Licensed Practical Nurse - Night program - L&D (UPMC Carlisle) - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center : Job Details

The LPN is prepared to function as a member of the health-care team by exercising sound nursing judgment based on preparation, knowledge, experience in nursing and competency. The LPN participates in the planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care using focused assessment in settings where nursing takes place. An LPN shall communicate with a licensed professional nurse and the patients health care team members to seek guidance when: The patients care needs exceed the licensed practical nursing scope of practice. The patients care needs surpass the LPNs knowledge, skill or ability. The patients condition deteriorates or there is a significant change in condition, the patient is not responding to therapy, the patient becomes unstable or the patient needs immediate assistance. An LPN shall obtain instruction and supervision if implementing new or unfamiliar nursing practices or procedures. An LPN shall follow the written, established policies and procedures of UPMC, UPMC LPN P...Practical Nurse, Licensed, Night, L&D, Nurse, Program, Healthcare