Licensed Practical Nurse - 6
TalentBurst, Inc.
Albuquerque, NM
Class: LPN
Shift: 1
Start: 07:00:00
End: 19:30:00
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Licensed
Practical Nurse delivers efficient and effective nursing care while achieving positive clinical outcomes and patient/family satisfaction. He/she operates within the scope of practice defined by the State Nurse Practice Act. The LPN contributes to nursing assessments and care planning, provides direct patient care, and supervises patient care provided by unlicensed staff.
RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:
1. Patient Evaluation:
1.1. Collects, reports and documents objective and subjective data;
1.2. Observes conditions and reports changes in condition to RN;
2. Care Planning:
2.1. Contributes to establishing individualized patient goals;
2.2. Assists in developing interventions to achieve goals;
2.3. Implements the plan of care;
2.4. Evaluates effectiveness of interventions to achieve patient goals and minimize re hospitalizations;
2.5. Participates in review and revision of plan of care;
3. Provision of Direct Patient Care:
3.1. Administers medications and performs treatments per physician orders;
3.2. Communicates pertinent data to RN and/or physician
3.3. Documents accurately and thoroughly;
3.4. Consults and seeks guidance from the RN as necessary;
3.5. At the direction of the RN, participates in Utilization Management or Interdisciplinary
Care Management Meeting to facilitate appropriate discharge planning:
3.5.1. Communicates team's recommendations for discharge to the attending physician,patient and family;
3.5.2. Prepares patient/family for discharge including patient and family education
Monitors patient care provided by unlicensed staff:
4.1. Assigns duties as specified by State Nurse Practice Act, Genesis policy, and staff
training;
4.2. Communicates patient information with unlicensed staff during and between shifts;
4.3. Monitors, evaluates and follows-up on assigned responsibilities of unlicensed staff;
4.4. Ensures that assigned tasks are performed in accordance with policies and procedures;
5. Uses Point Click Care (PCC) according to the Business Processes;
6. Performs drug count when beginning and ending shift and whenever necessary;
7. Assists physician in rounds and examination of patients, as needed;
8. Participates in shift-to-shift communication between incoming and outgoing nursing staff
9. Collaborates and coordinates with other departments to provide timely effective care
consistent with individual's needs, choices and preferences;
10. Contributes to an environment that is respectful, team-oriented, and responsive to the concerns of staff, patients and families;
11. Enhances nursing practice by attending all mandated in-service programs;
12. Assists with the orientation of newly hired nursing staff;
13. Promotes a culture of safety to ensure a healthy practice and living environment;
14. Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive Protected Health Information (PHI) at all Times
15. Stays and works beyond scheduled shift if needed to meet state staffing requirements and/or needs of patients;
16. Performs other duties as requested.
COMPLIANCE:
1. Complies with applicable legal requirements, standards, policies and procedures including but not limited to those within the Compliance and Ethics Program, Standard/Code of Conduct, Federal False Claims Act and HIPAA.
2. Participates in required orientation and training programs.
3. Promptly reports concerns and suspected incidences of non-compliance to supervisor, Compliance Liaison or to the Compliance Officer via the Integrity Hotline.
4. Cooperates with monitoring and audit functions and investigations.
5. Participates, as requested, in quality assurance and process improvement activities.
SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL/VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Graduate of an approved school for practical or vocational nursing is required.
2. Must be currently licensed by the State Board of Nursing.
3. Experience is preferred in rehabilitative or geriatric nursing.
4. This position requires that the employee is able to read, write, speak and understand the spoken English language to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our patients and visitors at the work site when responding to their medical and physical needs.
5. Must provide verification of TST (tuberculin skin test) as required by state law and in
accordance with Company policy. TSTs will be administered at the work site if required.
6. Maintains current BLS/CPR certification (All SNFs and Behavioral Centers; ALFs/ILFs as required by State)
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About the Company
TalentBurst, Inc.
For over 20 years, TalentBurst Inc. has been an award-winning provider of cutting-edge Workforce Management Solutions. With a strong commitment to staying ahead in the tech landscape, we pioneer innovative approaches to talent acquisition. Our expertise spans Life Sciences, and Healthcare Staffing, Banking, Financial, IT, and Engineering, as well as Global Employer of Record (EOR), Agent of Record (AOR), State, Local Government and Education (SLED), and IC validation/compliance services. Additionally, our division, TalentProcure, leads the industry with offerings such as High Hazard Payroll, Managed Services, and Vendor on Premise (VOP) solutions.
Due to our prioritization of excellent standards, we are Joint Commission Certified and are a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in the USA and Canada. Supporting over 130 Fortune 500 companies globally, we excel in navigating the landscape of talent acquisition. In a world of constant change, we embrace developing people-centric solutions that address the unique demands of our clients. Stay connected by visiting our website and following us on social media!