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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING |
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Position Number: 50265106 |
Description Activated On: 9/5/2024 4:17:11 PM |
Position Purpose: Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. Under the supervision and direction of the Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct nursing care and treatment to consumers using consumer-centered approaches and performs other related duties as assigned within the scope of the Licensed Practical Nurse standards. |
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Description of Duties: Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor. The Licensed Practical Nurse participates in staff development presentations, mandated classes; reviews material and prepares for work assignments; documents in the consumers medical record psychiatric components of nursing care legibly in correlation with the ITP performance goals; follows and applies nursing and hospital policies and procedures; utilizes crisis prevention techniques in interactions with consumers; is receptive and accepting of direction in basic nursing care of consumers; records and reports vital signs, symptoms, and reactions or responses to medication/treatments; accurately complies with medication administration policy and completion of physicians orders; verifies accuracy of physician orders with the RN and verifies transcription of medication on the medication administration record; applies therapeutic techniques to group process and unit milieu; assists consumers with ADLs, skin care, room care, meal times, and other associated nursing care techniques; follows unit/shift routine and completes assignments prior to the end of shift; adapts to changes in assignments, assists co-workers; applies consumer information obtained through supervisor, RN, change of shift report, direct observation, policy and procedure, to work assignments; documents legibly in a timely fashion and when needed; utilizes infection control techniques; acts as consumer advocate; clarifies questions and work assignments in the clinical setting; orders and maintains nursing supplies, equipment and forms; utilizes therapeutic communication techniques with consumers to accomplish work assignments and in crisis intervention; exchanges information with others clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing using clear terms and proper Focus format per policy; communicates consumer status to the Charge RN before leaving duty and at other times as appropriate; performs work under the direct supervision of the Charge Nurse; seeks and accepts supervision in unfamiliar situations; recognizes problems and suggests and/or assists in developing solutions; identifies, addresses, and communicates individual consumer personal care/psychiatric ADL learning needs; develops and maintains positive and constructive work and therapeutic relationships; is aware of the needs and sensitivities of others; treats others in an equitable and nondiscriminatory manner regardless of race, color, religious creed, lifestyle, disability, ancestry, national origin, affectional or sexual orientation, union membership, sex and age, or other non-work related factors; promotes a non-discriminatory environment; serves as a positive role model to consumers, family, staff, and presents a positive image of the hospital at all times; adheres to established DHS time and attendance policies; remains alert at all times and executes job duties in compliance with DHS, hospital and departmental policies, procedures; uses proper equipment; follows hospital safety and security policies and procedures. |
Decision Making: Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature. Makes consumer care decisions based on training and in consultation with professional nursing staff, i.e. Registered Nurse, Registered Nurse Supervisor, Nurse Managers, Associate Nurse Executive and/or Chief Nurse Executive. |
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Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License Experience: Licenses, registrations, or certifications: 1. Practical Nurse 2. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate 3. N/A 4. 5. 6. |
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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
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