LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE-HOME CARE | UM HEALTH-SPARROW

General Purpose of Job:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides basic nursing services for the care and treatment of patients under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). The LPN observes, reports, and implements individual patient care based on standards of care.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Observe patient condition and initiate appropriate nursing and/or medical care in collaboration with an RN.
• Provides basic care and tasks as directed by an RN.
• Performs specific patient procedures and treatments according to Hospital policies.
• Documents care given and patient response in patient record.
• Cleans and maintains equipment and environment.
• Demonstrates knowledge and use of appropriate equipment and supplies to provide quality patient care.
• Communicates significant information and changes in patient condition to the RN.
• Actively participates as a team member. Constructively addresses patient and team issues to insure quality patient care and a collaborative work environment.
• In collaboration with the RN, observes patient condition and initiates appropriate nursing care according to evidence-based policies and guidelines.
• Implements the nursing plan of care as delegated by the RN.
• Participates in patient/family teaching as delegated by the RN.
• Administers medications, performs diagnostic procedures and treatments according to evidence-based policies and procedures.
• Maintains knowledge of current trends in nursing and provides evidence of clinical competency.
• Participates in the planning, implementation and evaluation of departmental and hospital performance improvement programs.