The primary purposes of the Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN) are to provide direct patient care, patient and family teaching, and work cooperatively within the interdisciplinary health care team in maintaining standards of nursing care under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN) and within the framework of the Ohio Nurse Practice Act.

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

Current, active licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse through the Ohio Board of Nursing.

Obtain and maintain current American Heart Association (AHA) training in Basic Life Support (BLS) utilizing Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) is required.

IV Certification, preferred.

Successful completion of organization and department orientation requirements.

Ability to read, write and comprehend medical terminology.

Acquire CIDE certification within 3 months of hire.

Proficient computer skills to complete tasks as required.

Must be organized, able to effectively prioritize tasks and exhibit appropriate time management skills.

Must be detail oriented while focusing on safe practices and quality care.

Demonstrates effective communication.

Effective appropriate and professional interactions with colleagues/physicians, patients and visitors.

Demonstrates proficiency in basic nursing service, knowledge, and skills.

Demonstrates knowledge of and applies evidence-based practice.

Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patient’s health or the situation.

Identifies and reports changes in patients’ status to Registered Nurse for evaluation.

Documents nursing activities accurately and in a timely manner.

Implements the identified plan, coordinates care delivery, and employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment under the direction of the Registered Nurse.

Administers treatments and other direct care; prepares and administers medications as prescribed; observes and evaluates patients’ responses to medications and treatments; and identifies and promptly communicates adverse reactions to the Registered Nurse.

Collects specimens as ordered.

Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues, and students.

Collaborates with patient, family, and others in the conduct of nursing practice.

LPN is a patient advocate in conjunction with the other members of the healthcare team and fosters patient safety, comfort, and satisfaction.

Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice and applicable policies.

Adhere to professional standards and guidelines, including ethical actions, relevant statutes, rules and regulations, during nursing practice.

Exhibits High Reliability Organization (HRO) tools and tones.

Responsible for timely review of emails, department communications and applicable learning assignments and completion as applicable.

Complete orientation education and competencies as assigned.

Cross train to role of Unit Secretary.

• Complies with the approved policies, procedures, rules and regulations for the general operation of Alliance Community Hospital and the Nursing Service division.
• Displays knowledge of Alliance Community Hospital Disaster Plan for Emergency Preparedness (in real and simulated situations). Performs appropriately in crisis and emergency situations.
• Takes responsibility of own action, demonstrating accuracy, competency and accountability in performance.
• Participates in committees and educational offerings for self-growth or improved competency and performance.
• Performs clerical and receptionist duties in a timely manner.
• Observes and transcribes physician’s orders exactly as written with validation.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and need for accurate, concise, complete and legible records, and reports.
• Seeks guidance as needed for clarification and performance of duties.
• Recognizes and responds to priorities in patient care process.
• Complete assignments without interference of quality of work.
• Assists in orientation of new team members.
• Assists in data collection and compiling statistics as directed.
• Utilizes and orders supplies properly.
• Demonstrates basic competencies for assigned technical skills.
• Responsible for checking emails and online learning assignments (Relias) on a regular basis.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Must be computer literate to complete task(s) as required. Such as Cerner (Hospital Support Software), Halogen (performance appraisal system) Relias (education system), ability to retrieve e-mails, complete online enrollment for health insurance/benefits and any other programs as assigned.

• Greet customers, visitors, and Colleagues immediately with a smile, warm greeting, and introduction, calling them by name if possible.
• Exceed the expected and anticipate the unexpected by asking, “Is there anything else I or a fellow Colleague can do for you?”.
• Always provide a comforting, timely, caring departure or discharge, and always say thanks for allowing us to serve.
• Integrity, openness and fairness in all you do.
• Teamwork.
• Pride in the Department.
• Individual creativity and Innovation.
• Compassion and caring.
• Maintain department and hospital standards and policies.

• Colleague has been instructed in providing customer service and on interacting with age groups as related to the department's general client population: including use of appropriate interventions, communication and skills to match the age and/or abilities of the patient/family.

This description is intended to describe the essential job duties and the essential requirements for the performance of this job.

The above statements are general duties and are not to be considered as comprehensive and inclusive of all work requirements. Other assignments and miscellaneous duties may be assigned at the supervisor’s discretion.

Meal and break times are coordinated with other staff members to maintain adequate coverage.

Shifts are scheduled or changed due to the staffing needs of the unit/department based upon volume and acuity.

Work weekends and holidays as assigned or as applicable based on department needs.

Cross training depending upon department needs.

Work up to 12 hours per day. This unit requires 24/7 coverage.

Staff may be assigned to different locations within the organization.

Lifting 0-10 lbs

Lifting 10-20 lbs

Lifting 20-35 lbs

Lifting 35-50 lbs

Lifting 50-75 lbs

Lifting 75-100 lbs

Lifting over 100 lbs

Forward Reaching

Overhead Reaching

Standing

Walking

Sitting

Climbing

Stairs/Ladder

Bending/Stooping

Twisting/Turning

Kneeling/Squatting

Crawling

Pushing/Pulling 0-10 lbs

Pushing/Pulling 10-20 lbs

Pushing/Pulling 20-35 lbs

Pushing/Pulling 35-50 lbs

Pushing/Pulling 50-100 lbs

Pushing/Pulling over 100 lbs

Carrying 0-10 lbs

Carrying 10-20 lbs

Carrying 20-35 lbs

Carrying 35-50 lbs

Carrying 50-100 lbs

Carrying over 100 lbs

Grasping/repetitive sustained

Fine motor coordination

Vision: Near/Far/Color

Hearing: ordinary conversation/other