Licensed Practical Nurse Med Surg Oncology
Company: Banner Health
Location: Mesa
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
Primary City/State:Mesa, ArizonaDepartment
Name:Med/Surg-Hosp-Oncology 4CWork Shift:NightJob Category:Clinical
Care$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS with 1 year commitment and $10, 000 SIGN
ON BONUS with 2 year commitment!Help move health care into the
future. At Banner Health we are changing health care to make the
experience the best it can be. If that sounds like something you
want to be part of, apply today.As a Licensed Practical Nurse LPN
working within our Banner Desert team, you will play a vital role
in the assessments and plans of your patients. You will implement,
evaluate, and document nursing care of your patients in accordance
with organizational policies. You will work in a fun place with a
strong, cohesive team that are close and who work together to
impact their own environment. The patient ratios, teamwork mindset
and gorgeous unit are key pluses to join our team.Our full-time
openings work 3-12 hours shifts from 7-7:30. You will also have the
opportunity utilize our self-scheduling tool for shift and weekend
coverage. Enjoy an 18%-night shift differential and a flat rate
$3/hour weekend shift differential. Join our team!Located on an
80-acre campus in Mesa, Arizona, Banner Desert Medical Center is
one of Arizona's largest and most comprehensive hospitals and is
recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of Phoenix's Best
Hospitals. We provide an abundance of exceptional opportunities
with more than 600 licensed beds, including over 100 dedicated to
children. Areas of excellence include high-risk pregnancy and
neonatal care, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, cardiology,
oncology and emergency medicine. With 21 operating rooms, we offer
a full range of surgical specialties and advanced technology that
includes the daVincir Surgical System. About Banner Children's
Hospital at Desert If you desire to provide the best care possible
to the most vulnerable patients, come to Banner Children's Hospital
at Desert in Mesa, Ariz. Within our 248-bed, state-of-the-art
facility, specially trained nurses, physicians and other clinical
professionals utilize the most advanced technology - including
iCare ICU monitoring and robotic surgery - to provide high quality,
child-friendly, family-centered care. Our facilities feature a
recently expanded 104-bed NICU, a 24-bed PICU, six pediatric ORs
and a 26-bed ED. We also offer dedicated pediatric rehab,
radiology, oncology and hematology capabilities. With clinical
diversity, exceptional training programs and a supportive culture,
this is a place where you can grow in your career as you help our
very special patients.POSITION SUMMARY
This position provides nursing care under the direction and
supervision of a registered nurse and/or licensed physician, and is
accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self
or others who are under his or her direction. This position
observes, contributes to the plan of care, implements, reports and
documents patient care in accordance with department policies,
standard of care and state scope of practice. This position
utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills
necessary to contribute to the assessment of data and to plan,
provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and
developmental age of assigned patients.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Observes, compiles and reports the patient's physical,
psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental,
cultural and discharge planning needs. Reviews available
information obtained by health care team members.
2. Contributes to plan of care under direction of registered nurse,
including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and
patient, family and health team input. Considers the physical,
cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age specific and educational
needs of the patient in the plan of care. Plans care in
collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary team. Reviews
plan of care to reflect changing patient needs and provides input
for updates as needed.
3. Implements care based on delegated interventions identified in
care plan and medical orders, within scope of practice. Provides
care based on physician orders and the nursing plan of care, in
compliance with policies and procedures, standards of care, and
regulatory agency requirements. May delegate and provide
supervision in the provision of care to non-licensed personnel, in
accordance with state scope of practice. Promotes continuity of
care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers
the status of patients for whom care is provided.
4. Reports condition of patient, including signs and symptoms which
may be indicative of change in the patient's condition to the
registered nurse and/or physician. Observes and reports patient
progress towards goals and expected outcomes in collaboration with
other health care team members. Observes and reports patient's
response and the effectiveness of patient teaching.
5. Documents observation, implementation and data in the patient
record. Documentation reflects objective/subjective data, nursing
interventions and patient's response to treatment. Notes physician
orders accurately and in a timely manner.
6. May plan, organize, develop and coordinate the completion of
documentation and the input of patient assessment data as required
by federal regulation. Maintains, updates and revises required
documentation according to patient changes in condition, as
regulated by federal and/or state guidelines. Effectively
communicates and coordinates with members of the interdisciplinary
team regarding appropriate functional/care level and transition to
another level. Performs audits related to the reimbursement
documentation and the quality management process. Reviews audit
results and presents summary information for management utilization
and review.
7. May coordinate the admission process including new resident
evaluations. Provides verbal and written communication to
residents, families and referrals sources regarding the process for
admission to the center. Facilitates problem solving with
residents, families, referral sources, insurance companies and
clinical staff.
8. This position works under supervision, prioritizing data from
multiple sources to provide quality care and support to the patient
and family. Incumbents work in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful
environment with a strong focus on customer service. Interacts with
staff at all levels throughout the facility, as well as patients,
families and physicians.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a current, valid LPN or LVN license in state of
practice, temporary LPN or LVN license in state of practice, or
compact LPN or LVN licensure for current state of practice. BLS
certification is required. Additional certification or continuing
education may be required based on area of practice. Completion of
a state approved IV therapy program may be required in certain
facilities and/or departments in accordance with state scope of
practice, regulatory requirements or facility/ department
policy.
Banner Registry and Travel positions require a minimum of one year
experience in an acute care hospital setting. Experience must
include working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months
as a LPN or LVN in the specialty area. Employees working for Banner
Home Care/Hospice or Boswell Skilled Nursing Facility must possess
an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and
maintain the card for the duration of their employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in designated clinical area is preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
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