What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN - Norwalk Memorial Home position at Fisher-Titus Health Job Board?
Norwalk Memorial Home - PRN
GENERAL SUMMARY
Under the direction of the physician/provider, provides nursing care in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to implement care, nursing interventions and procedures necessary as the patient progresses through the perianesthesia phase of care in order to achieve optimal patient outcomes, under the direction of the RN.
Maintains up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the health care team, in order to endure quality of care.
Demonstrates knowledge for administering and recording of medications, can also demonstrate knowledge of commonly used medications: action, dose and side effects.
Demonstrates routine assessments for PONV and implements appropriate rescue treatments.
Able to perform a comprehensive pain assessment using appropriate pain scales and uses both pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods to control pain.
Demonstrates knowledge in the care of the pediatric and geriatric population and their family/caregiver.
Provides for the safe transfer of care with a communication handoff to the next phase of care.
Functions as a role model for current and new staff.
Maintains current knowledge/certification/licensure. Pursues professional growth and attends all required training programs.
About Fisher-Titus
Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area’s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation. In addition, Fisher-Titus’ employed physicians offer a variety of primary and specialty care services including behavioral health, digestive health, endocrinology, family medicine, general surgery, heart and vascular, internal medicine, occupational health, pediatrics, pulmonary, sleep medicine, spine surgery, urology, and women’s health. Along with the medical center, a 99-bed acute care hospital, Fisher-Titus health system includes Norwalk Memorial Home, a 69-bed skilled nursing facility; Carriage House, a 48-unit assisted living facility; a Home Health Center; and emergency transport through North Central EMS. To learn more, visit fishertitus.org.
Fisher-Titus offers industry competitive benefits including: Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more!
Shift differential, weekend bonus pay available and more offered for night shift positions.
