LPN- Licensed Practical Nurse- Advanced Acute Care Trauma Unit
Core
Licensed Practical Nurse providing direct patient care, treatments, medications, and diagnostic studies in an acute care trauma unit.
Role type
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Builds
Patient care plans and treatment outcomes
Domain
Healthcare / Acute Care Nursing
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Patient assessment, Medication administration, Diagnostic studies, Care coordination, Interdisciplinary collaboration, Evidence-based practice application
Responsibilities
Contributes data to patient care assessments, Addresses physical and psychological needs of patients and families, Reinforces patient education and discharge planning, Provides direct patient care including treatments and medications, Evaluates effectiveness of nursing interventions, Initiates collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary team members, Precepts and mentors new staff and students