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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Ardmore, OK
Ardmore, Oklahoma

About this job

Overview:

We're a Little Different

Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.

We don't believe in jobs at Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals; careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart.

At Mercy, you'll feel our supportive community every step of your day, especially the tough ones. We're a team and love working that way. That team is expanding, and we currently have exceptional opportunities to help our communities grow.

Responsibilities:

Collaborates in the assessment of patient/significant other in a timely, consistent and systematic manner.

1.1 Performs patient assessments as indicated by the patients condition or as directed

by the RN. Notifies physician of admission and obtains admitting orders per

departmental policy.

1.2 Gathers data to be used in assessments for each patient every 8 hours or more

frequently as indicated by the patients clinical condition and/or as directed by the RN.

1.3 Includes information obtained from the patient/significant others in data gathering

process.

1.4 Gathers data regarding needs and learning abilities of patient and/or significant

others during admission and thereafter.

1.5 Assists the RN with identification of patient problems.

Collaborates in the development of an outcome oriented plan of care that reflects the

patients actual or potential health problems.

2.1 Collaborates with the RN in the development of the patients plan of care. Plan of

care should include identified problems, and/or nursing diagnosis, nursing

interventions, and goals/outcomes with target date.

2.2 Reviews the plan of care for assigned patients every 8 hours; collaborating with the

RN in revisions as necessary.

2.3 Involves the patient and/or significant others in decisions regarding care.

2.4 Prioritizes care delivery according to the patients needs and unit activities.

2.5 Demonstrates the ability to interpret information in terms understandable to the

adolescent, adult and geriatric patient.

2.6 Assists in planning care based on knowledge of growth and developmental changes

occurring across the patients life-span.

Implements the plan of care under the direction of the RN to achieve the identified

outcomes for the patient according to policy and procedure.

3.1 Provides holistic nursing care to an assigned group of patients according to the

prescribed nursing plan of care under the direction of the RN.

3.2 Assists with and/or performs procedures.

3.3 Provides education based on addressed needs including the safe use of equipment

used in treatment or health maintenance.

3.4 Demonstrates ability to provide care and information based upon physical,

psychosocial, cultural, safety and other are related factors for clients.

3.5 Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on

the age of the patient and his/her clinical condition.

3.6 Follows the five medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors.

Assists in evaluating the effectiveness of services provided.

4.1 Collaborates with the RN in evaluating patient/significant others responses to care

and in determining progress towards achievement of outcomes.

4.2 Collaborates with the RN in evaluating patient/significant others understanding of

information.

4.3 Collaborates with the RN in evaluating the effectiveness of discharge plans for

meeting the patients needs for continuing care.

4.4 Collaborates with the RN in obtaining data on patient satisfaction.

Demonstrates effective and accurate verbal, written and electronic communication.

5.1 Creates a positive climate for communications.

a. Gets along well with co-workers.

b. Functions as a team player.

c. Accepts constructive criticism from supervisor.

5.2 Maintains the confidentiality of patient, staff and hospital information (written, verbal, electronic sources).

5.3 Communication is timely, accurate, concise, complete and appropriate.

5.4 Demonstrates skilled use of the telephone, EPIC and the intranet.

5.5 Utilizes constructive problem solving techniques to promote change and address issues, concerns and problems.

5.6 Completes documentation of care and other pertinent data according to organizational policies and procedures.

5.7 Communicates significant changes in patient condition and/or medical orders to the RN in a timely manner.

5.8 Maintains relevant knowledge of hospital forms. Completes patient care documentation forms and employee/patient incident reports in a timely and accurate manner.

5.9 Treats patients/family members and physicians/staff with respect, maintaining a positive influence and work environment at all times.

Participates in unit and organizational activities.

6.1 Participates in 75% of staff meetings.

6.2 Participates in Performance Improvement activities such as data collection,

inservices, meetings, etc.

6.3 Participates in a hospital committee, special project or service (i.e., CPR instructor,

preceptor to unlicensed personnel) as requested.

Complies with organizational policies and procedures.

7.1 Maintains current certification in CPR.

7.2 Attends all mandatory inservices.

7.3 Complies with all organizational policies, procedures and protocols and has no documented violations.

a. Reports to work on time and as scheduled.

b. Adheres to dress code; appearance is neat and clean.

c. Accurately completes clock in transactions.

7.4 Adheres to OSHA standards regarding appropriate safety regulations and procedures.

7.5 Completes required competencies on a yearly basis.

7.6 Maintains hospital property and the hospital environment in a safe, clean and intact condition.

7.7 Nursing charts open by mid-shift and nursing documentation completed by end of shift, exceptions are limited.

Demonstrates continued development of knowledge and skills.

8.1 Uses current knowledge achieved through educational activities to enhance or improve clinical practice or patient care.

8.2 Participates in unit development and decisions making through such activities as attending staff meetings, serving on a committee or task force and/or special project work.

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based upon the

physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and other related criteria appropriate to the

following age groups: Neonatal, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric.

9.1 Utilizes knowledge of growth and development in all patient care activities.

9.2 Includes age specific information when gathering data.

9.3 Interprets age specific data to enhance care of the patient.

9.4 Provides age specific data to other care givers.

9.5 Interprets age specific responses to therapies and treatments.

9.6 Involves families and/or significant other in decision making related to plan of care.

Assists with answering call lights and following through with request. If request is not within scope of practice, then notifies the RN at the time of the request.

Qualifications:

Because you're committed to excellence, you understand the importance of being properly prepared for your role at Mercy. That's why you'll bring to your role the right set of qualifications:

Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

Licensure: Licensed to practice as a LPN in the state of Oklahoma.

Certifications: BLS certification required (See HR policy B-20)

Other: Successful completion of hospital approved medication test. Demonstrates competence by successful completion of orientation competency assessment and verification form and department specific orientation within first three months of employment. Demonstrates professional conduct and development. Able to learn and react quickly in the performance of multiple tasks. Competent to make certain independent decisions within realm of licensure and seeks assistance as required. The LPN will function autonomously, but must realize that the Registered Nurse is responsible for the overall plan of care. The LPN follows the direction of the RN and the unit/hospital guidelines. Effective interpersonal skills are required for interfacing with patients, staff, physicians and visitors. Must be able to engage in technical conversation involving discussion with physicians, nurses, patients, families/significant others and co-workers.

Preferred Certifications: ACLS is strongly encouraged for all LPNs Pediatric oriented LPN's are strongly encouraged to have and maintain PALS &/or PEARS.

We'll Support You at Work and Home

Our foundations are built on dignity and respect. Modern Healthcare Magazine named us as a "top 100 places to work." We go out of our way to help people feel welcomed. We offer day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, and employer-matched retirement funds, even to part-time employees. We're proud to provide tuition reimbursement to help you grow and learn new skills.

What Makes a Good Match for Mercy

Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us, along with exceptional quality care. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We're also collaborative and are not afraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care -- that's just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a fit for you as well, we encourage you to apply.

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