Qureos Mentor

South Arkansas Regional Hospital

<div><div>Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing nursing care consistent with the goals and philosophy of South Arkansas Regional Hospital and with standards of nursing practice as defined by the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Arkansas. LPNs are responsible for assisting the physician or provider with direct patient care designed to meet the age/developmental specific needs of the patient.
Qualifications/Experience

Education: Graduate of an accredited LPN program.

Experience: One year of experience in direct patient care is preferred.

Licenses/Certificate: Current licensure to practice as an LPN in the State of Arkansas (includes multistate). Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification required (may be obtained within 3 months of hire) 


Essential Job Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the following Essential Duties satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the Essential Duties of the position, provided it does not create undue hardship on SARH. 


Uphold and demonstrate &ldquo;We Care&rdquo; values in everyday activities and behavior

Demonstrate knowledge of normal physical assessment findings and appropriately address abnormal findings.

Exhibit appropriate communication skills necessary to provide patient care directives and interpret responses to treatment.

Demonstrate appropriate awareness of suspected abuse/neglect and take measures to report suspicions.

Demonstrate competency and knowledge in proper technique for medication and immunization administration.

Identify and plan for safety precautions to prevent patient injury.

Meet departmental standards and competencies as evidence by department-specific documentation.
Document appropriately in patient medical records.

Attend scheduled departmental meetings and education.

Report safety concerns or events appropriately and participate in performance improvement initiatives for the department and facility.

Maintain professional working relationships with co-workers, customers, leaders, and providers.
Follow standard precaution protocols and abide by Infection Control procedures.

Provide care directed by providers in a compassionate, supportive, and respectful manner to families, patients, and visitors at all times. 


This job description is a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all the possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties you may be asked to perform when they are assigned.
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MEDS004 FT LPN

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MEDS004 FT LPN