Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse:

Under the direct supervision of a physician and/ or Registered Nurse, participates in the application of the nursing process to an assigned group of patients. Interacts professionally, courteously, and appropriately with patients, visitors, and other BCHS employees.

Escorts patients:a. Into roomb. Out of roomc. To radiologyd. To another department /unit according to the patient follow up or needs

Information Technology needs:a. Working knowledge of all hospital information management programsb. Ability to navigate EMR, print patient documents including education information

Clinical Competencies• Administers and records medications, immunizations, and treatments as assigned• Insure proper handling of dirty instruments in preparation for return to Central Sterile dept.• Guides and directs other LPNs and MAs in rendering patient care• Instructs patients on collection and handling of specimens for laboratory testing• Performs other nursing activities related to patient care and nursing service as delegated.

Messages and Phone:a. Follows proper telephone etiquette when answering telephone ensuring courtesy responses and positive communications.b. Answer any telephone that is ringing and unanswered in the clinical area

Training:a. Participates and completes successfully all training programs assigned by direct supervisor or providersb. Remain current on all policies and procedures related to the department, the hospital and regulatory agencies such as Joint Commission and the Department of Health.

Professionalism:a. Maintains professional appearance at all times; adheres to BronxCare Health System dress code, cell phone use, and professional behaviors. b. Is courtesy, respectful and positive in conversations and interactions. Remain current on all policies and procedures related to the department, the hospital and regulatory agencies such as Joint Commission and the Department of Health.

Skills Competency• Demonstrate knowledge and competency according to the LPN role, standards of practice, and licensure. This includes all care delivery and patient management.

- Graduate from an accredited LPN program

- Active NYS LPN licensure (Legally Required)

- Current BLS certification (Policy Requirement)

- High School or GED (Required)

- Graduate of an Accredited Nursing school for Licensed Practical Nurse (Required)

- Knowledge of EMR systems/programs (Required)

- Microsoft Office Suite (Preferred)