Licensed Practical-Vocational Nurse (LPN) Nights
Company: Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital
Location: Knoxville
Posted on: September 18, 2023
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Job Description:
DescriptionSeeking FT Night LPNs!
Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital
1250 Tennova Medical Way Knoxville TN
LifePoint Health has partnered with Tennova Healthcare and the
University of Tennessee Medical Center to open the brand new 57-bed
inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Knoxville, Tennessee.
--Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital provides care for patients
across an 11-county region with impairments resulting from a
traumatic medical situation, such as stroke, serious spinal cord
and brain injury, neurologic illness, major multiple trauma, and
orthopedic conditions with complex or profound impairments.
Although the majority of patients are seniors, Knoxville
Rehabilitation Hospital is equipped to also treat younger patients
recovering from traumatic incidents.
JOB SUMMARY:
Provides patient care services that meet the psychosocial, physical
and general aspects of care; meets the communication needs of
patient and family; provides care that reflects initiative and
responsibility indicative of professional expectations, under the
supervision of a registered nurse.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Reduces the potential for medication errors by following correct
medication procedures.
Performs patient care considering needs specific to the standard of
care for patient's age; includes geriatric and general inpatient
rehabilitation patients.
Under the supervision of the R.N., assists with the assessment on
all patients and reassessments as per policy.-- Identifies and
initiates appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventions.
Under the supervision of the R.N., performs timely and accurate QI
assessments.
Carry out the plan of care as indicated by the patient's needs and
response to treatment; evaluates overall plan daily for
effectiveness; updates interdisciplinary care plan accordingly
based on changes in patient's condition and individual needs.
Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves
patient/family in the formation of the plan of care
Demonstrates ability to adequately assess and reassess pain.
--Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques.-- Educates the
patient and family regarding pain management.
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that
optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/
health care errors.
Formulates a teaching plan based upon the patient's individual
and-- identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of
learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate.
Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services
according to level of licensure.
Communicates appropriately and clearly to Registered Nurses,
leadership, coworkers, physicians and the Rehabilitation Services
staff.
Participates in team conferences.
Consults other departments as appropriate to provide for an
interdisciplinary approach to the patient's needs.
Maintains a good working relationship both within the department
and with other departments.
Provides a safe environment for patients, visitors and staff and
complies with appropriate and approved safety standards.-- Manages
and operates equipment safely and correctly.
Actively participates in Continuous Quality and Performance
Improvement (CQPI) activities.-- Offers suggestions for
opportunities for improvements in patient care, safety, education,
etc.
Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function
under stressful situations
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications--
Current state licensure as Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse.
CPR/BCLS certification. ACLS preferred.
IV Certified required or obtained within 6 months highly
preferred
Minimum six months' Medical/Surgical experience in an acute care
setting preferred.
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal
skills.
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