PRN Licensed Practical Nurse STEPDOWN 7P-7A

JOB SUMMARY

Works under the direction of a qualified professional nurse. Participates in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care, within the objectives, standards, and policies of the department and within the parameters of his or her preparation. Cooperates with the members of the nursing and medical staffs and other hospital departments.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education

Holds an active Licensed Practical Nurse license and is eligible to practice in the state of Kentucky.
Current BLS certification.
Minimum Work Experience

Minimum one-year prior experience in inpatient medical surgical or hospital acute care setting preferred.
FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS

Physical Requirements

Sitting - 1-15%

Walking - >32%

Standing - >32%

Bending/Squatting - 16-31%

Climbing/Kneeling - 1-15%

Twisting - 1-15%

OSHA Category

High Potential for Direct Body Fluid Exposure

Visual and Hearing Requirements

Must be able to see with corrective eye wear.

Color vision ability required.

Must be able to hear clearly with assistance.

Other Physical/Environmental Demands

Lifting - 0-50lbs, 50lbs or more with assistance

Carrying - 0-50lbs, 50lbs or more with assistance

Pulling - up to 200lbs

Pushing - up to 200lbs

LEADERSHIP CAPABILITIES

Mission, Service, and Values

Supports the hospital Mission, Service and Values.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provides direct and individualized nursing care to an assigned group of patients based on the application of scientific principles, under the supervision of a registered professional nurse.
Assists in preoperative, postoperative, and relevant health teaching for patient and family.
Shares responsibility for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care plans and nursing care.
Participates in team conferences, sharing knowledge, information, and idea among team members.
Prepares, administers, and records medications in accordance with the policy regarding the administration of medications by a licensed practical nurse.
Performs more complex nursing activities as competence increases.
Participates in emergency care.
Communicates frequently with the team leader regarding patients' physical and mental conditions.
Records information concisely, accurately, and completely.
Identifies and utilizes appropriate channels of communication.
Constructively participates in appropriate committees within the nursing department and/or the hospital.
NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Floats to other areas as assigned, responds to floating requests with a positive attitude.
Participates in 75% of staff meetings as evidenced by attendance records.
Completes competency assignments as evidenced by in-service record.
Maintains current status in CPR.
Annual Employee health requirements are kept up to date.
Performs other duties as assigned with a positive attitude.

ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS

T.J Pledge

I Will Show Compassion
• see all patients, family members, coworkers, physicians, and anyone else at T.J. as my customer.
• recognize that each and every interaction I have at T.J. Regional Health matters
• show kindness and compassion towards my customers at all times
• be sensitive to the personal and private needs of every customer

I Will Cooperate With Others
• maintain zero tolerance for abusive behavior
• listen and be willing to accept fault when I make a mistake
• never underestimate the power of an apology
• refrain from blame and judgment
• bring a sense of calm to stressful situations

I Will Collaborate With Others
• value myself and every coworker as an equal part of one GREAT team working together
• treat others in a way that I would like to be treated
• participate only in conversations that are courteous, respectful, and reflect positively on my teammates and T.J. Regional Health
• foster a calm and pleasant atmosphere, and refrain from gossip, rumors, and insults
• speak honestly, seek truth, and act with integrity towards my teammates
• value the uniqueness and expertise that each team member contributes to the whole
• meet the need of the moment, regardless of whether or not it is considered part of my job

I Will Communicate
• smile - at everyone
• always introduce myself, my role, and my purpose use body language, eye contact, and tone of voice that shows respect in every interaction
• follow the 10/5 rule: always acknowledging people at 10 feet away with a smile and always greeting people at 5 feet away
• escort any customer in need (visitors, patients) to their destination

I Will Adapt To Change
• be a part of the solution when I am presented with a challenge
• embrace change and set the example for those around me
• accept openly when there are changes that T.J. Regional and/or I have no control over
• manage the expectations of others by explaining duration and next steps as often as needed

I Will Be A Champion
• serve with passion
• view myself as an owner of T.J. Regional Health and act accordingly
• take responsibility for the physical appearance of T.J. Regional Health, including my work area
• go out of my way to daily thank and compliment my customers and coworkers
• dare to make a difference and be exceptional
• constantly try to improve myself and T.J. Regional Health
• speak positively about T.J. Regional, while at work and in public places outside of work