At Livingston Regional Hospital, we recognize that our patients deserve qualified, engaged, and competent nurses. And we know that our nurses deserve a working environment that is safe, leaders who are visible and supportive, and opportunities to grow and develop. We have a positive, hopeful, and resilient leadership team that is solely focused on taking care of the heart of Livingston Regional Hospital ? the people who work here. If you feel that your skills and compassion fit with our vision for person-centered care and evidence-based practice, and you would like to belong to a hospital family that only the best are invited to join, we invite you to apply today.
Under direct supervision of a Physician/NP, provides nursing care within the scope of licensure for assigned patients according to established nursing standards and hospital/clinic policies and procedures.
Under direct supervision of a Physician/NP administers medication, performs treatments and patient care responsibilities as prescribed.
Consults with and keeps Physician/NP informed of activities, symptoms, reactions, and changes in the patient?s condition regarding assigned patients.
Provides appropriate pain management techniques and educates the patient and family regarding pain management.
Administers medication following the five rights of medication administration within scope of practice.
Assists with the rehabilitation and treatment of patients in accordance with the medical plan of care, updates, and revises plan of care under the supervision of Physician/NP.
Assists physicians with examinations, treatments and special procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills as directed by the Physician/NP.
Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity.Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.
Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
Responsible for patient triage, including all aspects of preliminary patient care (gathering vital signs, allergies, medications, etc.)
Performs venipunctures and injections (IM, SQ, ID)
Vaccine administration and record-keeping logs
Responsible for medical equipment upkeep; performs control checks as required on necessary equipment and maintains required logs.
Performs laundry duties as well as any other cleaning duties to ensure a safe and sanity clinical environment.
Medication regulation (prior authorization, gathering of samples requested by provider, etc.)
Prepares exam rooms and ensures they are stocked appropriately.
Pre-loading and abstraction of patient information prior to patient appointment
Scanning documents to the patient electronic chart
Proper patient electronic medical record maintenance
Works referrals and obtains authorizations as needed.
Demonstrates excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment.
Additional duties as assigned
Following provider and management directives
Interprets data about the patient?s status to identify each patient?s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group.
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Participates in orientation, instruction/training of new personnel.
Follows Provider and management directives as appropriate.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations:
Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition.
Basic computer knowledge.
Able to organize tasks, develop action plans, set priorities and function under stressful situations.
Ability to maintain a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
Must have good and regular attendance.
Must read, write, and speak fluent English.
Approximate percent of time required to travel: 7%
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education: Graduate of an accredited program for licensed vocational/practical nurses.
Licenses/Certification: Current state licensure as Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse. BLS Certification required. De-escalation training is required.