Emergency Department Licensed Practical Nurse

Under direct supervision of the registered nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Emergency setting will be responsible for supporting patient outcomes alongside other care team members. The LPN in the Emergency setting enhances the care team and supports the delivery of care. The LPN is responsible for accurate and timely data collection for required information pertinent to the patient population.

The LPN under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse can support ongoing monitoring and assessment of the patient in the Emergency setting.

Associates degree preferred, or knowledge of nursing theory and practice acquired through an accredited school of nursing.

One-year acute care experience preferred, or related field.

• Interpersonal skills, communication (verbal and written) are required to instruct and comfort patients and their families and maintain effective contacts with a variety of hospital personnel and maintain appropriate/adequate documentation.
• Ability to perform and plan professional nursing care, resolve complex patient care problems, and deal with patients and their families, often during stressful situations.
• Ability to prioritize effectively.
• Effective time management skills.

• Current registration with the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Healthcare Provider (CPR Certification).
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – preferred, or obtained within 9 months of hire date.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – must obtain within 1 year of hire date.

• Vital signs and pain assessment.
• IV/Phlebotomy.
• Obtain finger stick glucose.
• Working knowledge of vascular access devices and appropriate care associated with devices.
• Foley insertion.
• Nasogastric/Oral tube insertion.
• Basic wound care.
• 12 Lead ECG.
• Initiation and monitoring of blood product and IV fluids under the discretion of the RN.
• Medication administration of PO/IM/and SQ.
• Initiation of antibiotic therapy after review of potential risk by Registered Nurse.
• Collection of secondary data (medical history, medication reconciliation, etc.).
• Under direct supervision of RN, perform and carry out education, including discharge.
• After comprehensive assessment performed by an RN, may support focused and/or ongoing assessment and care of patient.
• Assist in gathering data to assess the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of patients.
• Collaborate with the Registered Nurse and interdisciplinary/team members in planning for the needs of patients upon admission.
• Review the care plans and provide input into updating and revising them.
• Support direct patient care to assigned patients utilizing clinical nursing skills and judgement.
• Provide education and reinforcement of education for patients and family, and document outcome in the medical record.
• Initiate appropriate emergency measures when patient's condition dictates need.
• Administer and document medications according to policy and procedure.
• Prepare patients for tests and procedures.
• Can appropriately delegate care to non‑licensed personnel and report to the Registered Nurse.
• Report to the Registered Nurse with a thorough concise report on patient condition changes or evaluation of interventions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment. Treat others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy. Listen and respond appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilities.

I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others. Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations. Actively pursues learning and self‑development. Pays attention to detail; follows through.

I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems. Sets a positive, professional example for others. Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them. Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job…