Job Summary
The LPN, under the ANA scope of practice utilizes the framework of the nursing process to provide not only professional but exceptional nursing care by incorporating patient-family centered care principles while upholding Corewell Health mission and vision, code of ethics and other policies. He/she demonstrates leadership in the professional practice setting and is responsible for continuing personal education, mentoring peers and educating patients/residents and families. The clinical nurse effectively communicates to promote efficient operation of the unit and to contribute to positive patient/resident outcomes while maintaining a positive attitude, respect, responsiveness, courtesy and professional appearance.
Essential Functions
Uses a systematic approach to collect both physiological and psychological data of the patient/resident.
Analyzes the assessment data using clinical judgment to determine appropriate nursing diagnoses.
Identifies measurable and achievable goals for each patient/resident using information discovered with assessment and diagnoses to develop a nursing plan of care.
Implements the plan and then continuously re-evaluates the patient/resident status and nursing care to make any necessary modifications to provide the most effective plan of care.
Communicates documentation in the patient/resident record in a timely, accurate and concise manner. Maintains competency in EMR.
Communicates to promote collegiality and to contribute to the professional development of peers and colleagues.
Collaborates with patient/resident, family and colleagues through effective communication to achieve positive patient/resident outcomes. Communicates patient/resident outcomes and changes to multidisciplinary team.
Assigns appropriate tasks to unlicensed staff. The nurse also provides follow-up ensuring that the tasks were completed correctly and in a timely fashion.
Demonstrates individual ownership and accountability but also is a great team player. Motivates fellow employees to exceed patient/resident care standards.
Participates in quality improvement initiatives and utilizes findings to improve nursing practice.
Administers and documents medication in accordance with established standards, making certain that the Medication Administration Record (MAR) is complete. Ensures that medications are administered in a two (2) hour time frame and that all patients/residents have received their appropriate medication.
Documents in the patient/resident record as appropriate including nursing interventions, nursing notes and all other pertinent problems patient/resident may be experiencing.
Makes rounds on the unit every 2 hours or more as needed and instructs CNA's on patient/resident care issues.
Stays up to date with current facility initiatives and incorporates evidence based practice into patient/resident care.
Provides support to peers, by sharing knowledge and teaching in a professional caring manner.
Provides patients/residents and families with appropriate education materials and information pertinent to the individual's needs.
Demonstrates leadership in the professional practice setting.
Integrate evidence based practice and research findings into practice.
Qualifications
Required Graduate of an approved LPN program.
Experience in Skilled Nursing/Long Term Care. Preferred
LIC-License Practical Nursing (LPN) - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required
CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Upon Hire required
Physical Demands
Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 50 lbs
Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 50 lbs
Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 5 lbs
Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 25 lbs
Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 20 lbs
Sitting: Occasionally
Standing: Frequently
Walking: Frequently
Forward Bend - Standing: Occasionally
Forward Bend - Sitting: Occasionally
Trunk Rotation - Standing: Occasionally
Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Occasionally
Squat: Seldom
Stair Climbing: Seldom
Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom
Reach - Above Shoulder: Occasionally
Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Occasionally
Handling: Occasionally
Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Occasionally
Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Occasionally
Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently
Visual Acuity
[None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom
Color Vision (Ishihara) Test
[None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom
Primary LocationSITE - Skilled Nursing Dearborn - 16391 Rotunda - Dearborn
Department NameNursing Unit 1st Floor - RNC Dearborn
Employment TypeFull time
ShiftNight (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours40
Hours of Work11p.m. to 7:30a.m.
Days WorkedVariable
Weekend FrequencyEvery other weekend
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