TITLE: Graduate Practical Nurse
REPORTS TO: Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing
Non-Exempt
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Observe in the delivery of both direct and indirect nursing care under the direction and supervision of an LPN or RN to give the nursing student an opportunity to experience a real working environment, gain experience in an employment situation, and to provide insight into the practice of professional nursing.
ROLE and RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Develop and demonstrate the ability to apply critical thinking skills to clinical practice when assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care for individuals.
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Develop the ability to perform physical assessments, develop and implement plans of care, identify patient outcomes, and evaluate patient responses.
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Demonstrate an ability to work with others in a positive and effective manner.
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Assist the patient with activities of daily living including but not limited to: hygiene, mobility, nutrition and elimination needs.
- Obtain and document patient data and information.
- Assist with non-licensed nursing procedures and tasks as directed by the RN.
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Documentation of care, treatment provided under his/her scope of practice.
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Help maintain a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS:
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Highly focused and strong attention to detail.
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Ability to work with frequent interruptions.
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Excellent communication skills written in oral.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
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Successful completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program from a recognized institution, with NCLEX-PN examination eligibility and demonstrated intent to schedule the examination.
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Active CNA license in the state of Georgia is a plus.
