LPN- Intermediate Care Unit

Job description

Job Summary “The LPN is a nursing care provider under the direction of the Registered Nurse or designee who utilizes the nursing process, nursing standards and physicians orders to plan and provide care. Accomplishment of nursing practice that includes practice elements as defined by the Kentucky Board of Nursing and in accordance with the Ephraim McDowell Health nursing professional practice model. Performance that accomplishes patient and family centered care as central to practice and a foundation of caring, compassion, competence, communication, collaboration and teamwork. Responsible for participating in shared nursing leadership to accomplish positive outcomes, education, respect, dignity and safety for the patient and their family. Accountable for leadership of self and others. Exhibits F.I.R.S.T. values (Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service and Trust).” Essential Job Duties: - Assists with unit Performance Improvement activities with peer review. - Completes unit specific quality checks with peer review. - Demonstrates a commitment to professional accountability and growth to maintain and expand knowledge and skills. - Contributes to the achievement of the mission, vi...