Licensed Practical Nurse - Surgical 4 (Days)
Core
Licensed Practical Nurse providing direct patient care, assessments, and care coordination under RN direction in a surgical setting.
Role type
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Builds
Patient care plans and safe discharge processes
Domain
Healthcare / Surgical Nursing
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
patient assessment, care coordination, patient/family education, electronic medical record documentation, delegation, interdisciplinary collaboration
Preferred skills
BLS, ACLS, PALS, PEARS, S.T.A.B.L.E., LPN-IV
Responsibilities
Assist with patient admissions, discharges, and ongoing care; Perform patient assessments and monitor changes in condition; Communicate patient updates to the RN and care team; Participate in bedside handoffs and patient safety initiatives; Provide patient and family education and support; Document care accurately in the electronic medical record; Delegate and direct support staff activities as appropriate; Participate in unit meetings, huddles, and process improvement activities.