LPN Emergency Department

Provides direct and indirect care of assigned patients as a member of the "Patient Care Team". Functions with minimum supervision in the care of patients whose conditions are of varying degree of acuity. Under the direction of the RN, responsible for gathering information necessary for completion of the nursing process; patient advocacy, maintenance of aseptic technique; medication administration, documentation of treatments and care, management of equipment, patient safety and monitoring of vital signs. Coordinates care with other disciplines related to patient education and care goals for discharge and optimal health status.