Licensed Practical Nurse: Acute/ED

Job description

Reports To: Director of Acute/ED FLSA Classification: Full-Time, Non-exempt, Hourly $25.00-$38.00 Position Summary: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care in the Acute/Medical-Surgical setting under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and/or licensed provider, in accordance with the Colorado Nurse Practice Act and Critical Access Hospital Conditions of Participation (42 CFR §485.635). The LPN supports implementation of the nursing plan of care, monitors patient status, and ensures safe, quality care within scope of practice. Essential Functions: - Provides age-appropriate patient care under the supervision of an RN - Assists in the implementation of the nursing plan of care; does not independently assess or develop care plans - Monitors, observes, and reports changes in patient condition to the RN/provider in a timely manner - Performs routine nursing care including vital signs, wound care, ADL support, and treatments within scope - Administers medications per provider order, hospital policy, and state scope; monitors for effects and adverse reactions - Maintains accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the electronic health record - Assists...