LPN - Trauma / Ortho Unit, Full Time, Days
Company: Dartmouth Health
Location: Lebanon
Posted on: September 21, 2023
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Job Description:
OverviewTrauma / Ortho UnitLPN - 3x12 hour shifts, Days Are you
an LPN who is looking to expand your practice in an inpatient
setting?If so, we have good news: Dartmouth-Hitchcock is actively
hiring LPNs into inpatient units! This gives you an opportunity to
practice nursing at the top of your license.Responsibilities 3West
is a 36-bed post-surgical unit that specializes in orthopedics,
traumatic injury and plastic surgery. We also have two negative
pressure rooms that can accommodate patients who are being ruled
out for TB and who have a diagnosis of active tuberculosis or
shingles.We also will see medicine overflow for patients with
Cystic Fibrosis, so our population can be varied. Purpose:The
Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing safe, high
quality care to general care patients as a team member in an
assignment supervised by a Registered Nurse. Demonstrates
commitment to patient/family engagement and effective
communication. Practices consistently with applicable state nursing
practice regulations, applicable D-H policies and procedures. The
LPN-IP may administer intravenous medications upon successful
completion of NH Board of Nursing approved training and with
specific delegation by a Registered Nurse. Job
Responsibilities:1.Provides and documents nursing care assessments,
nursing interventions and patient/family education to stable
patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in accordance
with the patient's plan of care. Alerts Registered Nurse to any
observed change in patient presentation or unexpected assessment
findings. 2.Reviews assigned patient plan of care and pertinent
active orders in the patient medical record prior to providing
care. Assists assigned patients with activities of daily living,
nutrition and hydration according to orders and goals of care.
3.Performs and documents focused nursing assessments of assigned
patients, including but not limited to vital signs, assessment of
pain, skin and wound assessment, functional status assessment,
assessment of drains and ostomies, assessment of fluid balance,
assessment of nutritional status. 4.Administers oral, topical and
inhaled medications. May administer intravenous medications to upon
successful completion of NH Board of Nursing approved training and
with specific delegation by a Registered Nurse.5.Applies dressings
and assistive devices as indicated by assessment or as ordered by
the interdisciplinary team, if applicable. 6.Reports relevant
assessment findings and suggestions to enhance patient care
directly to members of the interdisciplinary team in addition to
the supervising Registered Nurse. 7.Complies with policies,
procedures, and area-specific expectations related to maintaining a
safe environment of care. Initiates reporting or action when needed
to address safety concerns.8.Complies with policies, procedures and
area-specific expectations related to medication safety; patient
identification; specimen collection and specimen labeling
activities; documentation of patient information and patient care
activities; as well as dependability, attendance and
scheduling.9.Participates in staff meetings, required learning,
attestation, competency, and training activities according to
area-specific and organizational expectations. Independently
monitors email and other communications as necessary to meet these
expectations. Performs other duties as required or assigned.
QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:--- Graduate of an accredited
school of practical nursing.Required Licensure/Certification
Skills:--- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of NH
required.--- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider
certification required.
There are so many reasons to join Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical
Center and Clinics, members of--, the premiere health system in New
England.
First and foremost are our people. No matter the role, you'll find
a shared purpose here. We have doctors ready to teach their
knowledge, nurses who lead through experience, and other
like-minded individuals collaborating for the health of the
community, while inspiring each other day after day.
Career development
Affiliated with Dartmouth College, the atmosphere here is very
collegial. You'll discover educational and research opportunities
around every corner. At Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and
Clinics, you never stop learning.
You'll also appreciate the resources our wide-spread health care
system provides. You'll have access to experts at the top of their
fields, advanced technologies, and modern facilities that enable
you to care for patients like nowhere else.
Benefits and wellness
We offer a total compensation package that includes competitive
health and wellness benefits. These benefits consist of "Core
Benefits" that are provided by Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center
and Clinics as well as "Benefit Choices" that allow you to select
additional benefits to meet your personal situation and needs.
Our locations
New England is a very special place to live, work, and become part
of a community. We have some of the most advanced educational
institutions, best health care, and diverse cultural and
recreational offerings you will find anywhere in the country. The
public schools are excellent, the mountains are beautiful, and the
lakes are pristine. No wonder so many people love it here.
Keywords: Dartmouth Health, New England , LPN - Trauma / Ortho Unit, Full Time, Days, Healthcare , Lebanon, Northeast
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