Position Overview
Job Overview Summary: Under the direction and supervision of the RN, Nursing Supervisor, Unit Manager, DON and/or ADON, the licensed practical nurse delivers efficient and effective nursing care while achieving positive clinical outcomes and patient family satisfaction. The LPN operates within the scope of practice defined by the state nurse practice act. The LPN contributes to nursing assessments and care planning, provides direct patient care, and supervises patient care provided by non-licensed staff.
Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform some or all of the activities described below.
Functions: - Patient Evaluation:
- Collects, repo...