What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (PACU) position at PACU?
Under direct supervision of the registered nurse the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Post Anesthesia Care setting or Women's Outpatient Surgical Center will be responsible for supporting patient outcomes alongside other care team members. The LPN in the PACU/WOSC enhances the care team and supports with the delivery of care. The LPN is responsible in supporting with accurate and timely data collection for required information pertinent to the patient population. Under the direct supervision of the Registered nurse, the LPN can support in ongoing monitoring/assessment of the patient in the Post Anesthesia Care setting or Women's Outpatient Surgical Center.
Education: Associates degree preferred, or knowledge of nursing theory and practice acquired through an accredited school of nursing
Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
* Interpersonal skills, communication (verbal and written) are required in order to instruct and comfort patients and their families and maintain effective contacts with a variety of hospital personnel and maintain appropriate/adequate documentation
* Ability to perform and plan professional nursing care resolving complex patient care problems and dealing with patients and their families often during stressful situations
* Ability to prioritize effectively
* Effective time management skills
Licensures, Certifications:
* Current registration with the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Licensed Practical Nurse
* Healthcare Provider (CPR Certification)
* Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - preferred, or obtained within 9 months of hire date
* Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - must obtain within 1 year of hire date
* Must be actively pursuing courses towards entry of a Registered Nurse program within 18 months of hire, and completion of a Registered Nurse program within 6 years
Physical Requirements: Ability to stand and walk almost constantly (up to 90% of work time) and occasionally (up to 50% of work time) lifting and positioning patients
Working Conditions: Normal patient care environment with exposure to excessive noise, dust, and temperature, Possibly exposed to adverse working conditions due to performance of patient care activities and exposure to communicable diseases
Conditions of Employment: Maintain current licensure and CPR, ACLS, and PALS