Licensed Practical Nurse - GWVNH

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse assumes responsibility for complex direct nursing care of assigned geriatric patients in a Nursing Care Center. This individual also coordinates the nursing care provided as directed by nursing administration.

Responsibilities

The duties include, but are not limited to:

• CHARGE NURSE: Serves as a Charge Nurse and guides other personnel in delivery of direct nursing care. Assumes responsibility for the care of a group of patients on a unit. Participates in patient education, maintains patients charts, prepares, and administers medication, and utilizes equipment and supplies. Assists in orientation for new employees. Serves as a preceptor for assigned nurses or students.
• MAIN DUTIES: Makes work assignments, monitors work performance for accuracy and completeness to ensure compliance with established nursing standards. Provides the comfort and safety of the patients. Maintains communication with immediate supervisor and Physician and seeks assistance when circumstances do not allow for independent action.
• PATIENT VITALS: Take and record patients vital signs, collect and forward specimens, implement wound care as prescribed. Catheterize patients as ordered, monitor intake and output, report any unusual finding to supervisor or Physician.
• PATIENT NUTRITION: Performs functions in the maintenance of proper nutrition and fluid balance, such as assisting with meals, tube feedings and monitoring oral fluid intake.
• DOCUMENTATION: Appropriate documentation of all care provided.
• PROGRAMS AND SEMINARS: Attends in-service programs and seminars as offered.
• PROFESSIONALISM: Always maintains a professional manner with patients, visitors, and staff. Reports interpersonal problems to Nurse Manager and Supervisors as necessary.
• OTHER DUTIES: Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited LPN Program; Current, Active licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Georgia; Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS/BCLS certification

Preferred Qualifications

Skilled in applications and techniques of practical nursing. Experience in the care of geriatric patients, preferably in long term care. Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of subordinates effectively to promote quality care.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of Six rights of administering medication; Knowledgeable of basic nursing skills in procedures and treatment; Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/database
• SKILLS: Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• ABILITIES: Ability to maintain confidentiality; Ability to work with a level of independence and flexibility

Certifications/License

Must possess a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS/BCLS certification and active Georgia licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Multiple Positions Available; Pay Grade: B8; Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position; Recruitment Period: Until Filled; Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University. In conjunction with an offer of employment, selected candidate(s) will be required to successfully complete Augusta University's Criminal Background Check process. In addition, candidates selected for any position within Georgia War Veteran's Nursing Home (GWVNH) will be required to successfully complete the Georgia Long-term Care Background Check process. For specific positions, selected candidate(s) may also be required to successfully complete supplementary pre-employment onboarding requirements such as: a physical, drug screening and/or credit check. If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle. For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation. All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc. information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Other Information

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited. Equal Employment Opportunity: Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.