LPN Med-Surg Other
Idaho Falls Community Hospital

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - Medical Surgical

apartment Idaho Falls Community Hospital location_onIdaho Falls, ID, US
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Job Location:    Idaho Falls Community Hospital - Idaho Falls, ID
Position Type:    Full Time
Education Level:    Licensed Practical Nurse
Salary Range:    Undisclosed
Job Category:    Nurse

Description

Idaho Falls Community Hospital is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team!


JOB SUMMARY:           Provides direct and indirect 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.  Maintains regulatory agency requirements, nursing and hospital policies, procedures and standards.  The LPN communicates with physicians and team members about changes in patient’s clinical condition, including results of diagnostic studies and symptoms.  The LPN is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.  Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Medical Surgical LPN:

  • Demonstrates ability to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy.  This includes pediatric, geriatric and the general patient population.
  • Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain.  Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques.  Educates the patient and family regarding pain management.
  • Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and patient’s clinical condition, to include IV medications as specified by the facility.  Successful completion of IV push medication training from an IFCH approved course must be completed within 6 months of hire date.
  • Follows the five medication right and reduces the potential for medication errors. Utilize barcode scanning system to ensure patient safety.
  • Demonstrates ability to adjust care as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness.
  • Ability to perform waived testing (point of care testing) per clinical laboratories and the patient care unit’s policies and procedures.
  • Ability to interpret results of waived test; take appropriate action on waived tests results. Formulates a teaching plan bases on identified patient learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning family is included in teaching as appropriate.
  • Demonstrates an ability to assist physician with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills under the direction of an RN.
  • Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity.  Identifies and addresses psychosocial cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.

BENEFITS:

Taking care for our community starts with taking care of our own team. Idaho Falls Community Hospital is proud to offer its employees competitive and comprehensive benefit packages. Benefits include:

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
  • Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
  • Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
  • Education Reimbursement Program
  • Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Idaho Falls Community Hospital and Mountain View Hospital

Please note benefits are based on eligibility according to full-time, part-time or PRN status classification.


ABOUT IDAHO FALLS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL:

At Idaho Falls Community Hospital, helping our community get better is our number one priority. We are committed to providing compassionate, emergency care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Idaho Falls Community Hospital is proud to have a state-of-the-art Emergency Department, a stroke and diagnostic cardiac center, and a trauma center.

Our work environment is collaborative, purpose driven and people centric. Our culture is unique and it is what makes people excited to come to work each day. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference, we have a place for you on our team.

Qualifications


Education/Certification:  Graduate of an accredited LPN program.  Current LPN licensure in the state of Idaho.  Current BLS certification and renewal as required.  Successful completion of IV push medication training from an IFCH approved course must be completed within 6 months of hire. Successful completion of ACLS and PALS courses are required within 6 months of hire.  Completion of the basic dysrhythmia class is also recommended but not required.

Experience:  None required

Equipment/Technology:  Basic computer knowledge and is able to demonstrate understanding of basic computer documentation systems as needed.  Has the ability to learn and increase competence regarding patient care and equipment within unit.

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