Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN
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Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

Saint Joseph Health System

Location: Mishawaka,IN, USA

Date: 2024-12-04T06:07:23Z

Job Description:
Employment Type:Full timeShift:12 Hour Day Shift

Description:JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for implementing, directing, communicating, and documenting the nursing process. The Licensed Practical Nurse is a patient advocate who provides a safe environment for patients, visitors, and associates. The Registered Nurse practices in accordance with current established standards of care and the Indiana Nurse Practice Act.

JOB DUTIES

Actively demonstrates the organization's mission and core values, and conducts oneself at all times in a manner consistent with these values. Knows and adheres to all laws and regulations pertaining to patient health, safety and medical information. Contributes to patient assessments collecting subjective and objective data. Collaborates with the RN to implement the patient plan of care. Communicates with patients, families and/or significant others, and the multidisciplinary team in the coordination and implementation of patient care. Supervises and evaluates care given by non-licensed team members. Documents nursing assessments, interventions, and evaluations of patient's response. Identifies potential emergency situations and initiates appropriate response. .

JOB SPECIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES

Education: Graduate of an accredited LPN program.

Licensure: LPN Indiana license. BLS certification on hire or able to attain within 60 days.

Experience: No experience required other than educational program.

Other Job Requirements:

Knowledge and skills necessary to follow a plan of care appropriate to the age of the patient.

Assigned hours within your shift, starting time, or days of work are subject to change based on departmental and/or organizational needs.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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