Description
Assists patients with activities of daily living, providing basic nursing care to non-acutely ill patients and assists in maintenance of a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit.
*Essential Functions*
Demonstrates competency in performing delegated functions and/or treatments.
Demonstrates ability to identify changes occurring in the patient's condition and reports these to the appropriate team members.
Demonstrates professional attitude with accountability for role performance.
Performs nursing tech duties under direct supervision of RN with validation of competencies from school checkoff list with the exception of med administration and IV therapy.
*Non-Essential Functions*
Perform other duties as assigned
Attends and participates in staff meetings, in-service, projects and committees as assigned
Adheres to and supports policies and procedures of the STRHS
Works scheduled shifts including overtime, when necessary
Accepts all call schedule as directed
Maintains a neat and professional appearance in compliance to the existing dress code
*Organizational Expectations*
Actively participates in Foundation Safety Behavior Tools and Tactics such as Briefs, Debriefs, Huddles, Learning Board Activities, Executive Patient Safety Rounds and reporting of unanticipated and unintended patient events regardless of whether there is harm.
Provide effective monitoring
Be loyal to the absent
Always manage up
Consistent use of AIDET & 5 P's
Uphold the facilities Standards of Performance
*Job Requirements*
*Minimum Education*
High School graduate or equivalent and last year of LPN program.
Certified Nurses' Assistant Certification preferred.
**Required Skills*
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Documents all necessary and required information per policy and procedure during the performance of usual duties and responsibilities. Must be able to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, and co-workers.
Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) current or must obtain within 90 days of hire.
*Minimum Work Experience*
Completion of a unit specific orientation program.
**Job:** **Nursing*
**Organization:** **Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Pulaski*
**Title:** *LPN Extern PRN*
**Location:** *Tennessee-Pulaski*
**Requisition ID:** *7415-3109*
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