PRN Licensed Practical Nurse - Geriatric Psychiatry Unit (2JPE)

University of Iowa Health Care Department of Nursing is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to work in the Geriatric Psychiatric Inpatient Unit (2JPE).

Geriatric Psychiatry (2 JPE)

John Pappajohn Pavillion (2 JPE) is a 14-bed inpatient unit dedicated to geriatric and adult psychiatric services. This unit patient population includes dementia, depression, anxiety, Parkinson's, and Huntington's. Services provided include medication management, assistance with daily activities, occupational therapy, recreational therapy, and electroconvulsive therapy.

Summary:

• Functions within the scope of the practical nursing license to provide care to patients following the plan of care established by the registered nurse. Performs technical assessments, administers immunizations, assists with minor surgeries, administers medications and treatments, fits orthopedic devices, and may manage clinic programs.

Position responsibilities, but not limited to:

• Under direct supervision of physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or registered nurse
• Performs technical, patient care and related clerical functions in an ambulatory setting
• Duties may involve the use of electronic word/data processing equipment and/or conventional office equipment
• Provides patient education regarding diagnosis, medication and treatment under direct or indirect supervision of the physician, or as directed by clinic protocols
• Applies dressings, assesses and documents wound condition, removes sutures, assures proper fit of orthopedic equipment, and provides treatments according to standardized protocols. Responsible for instructing patients on the specific procedures for follow-up care
• Initiates basic cardiac life support and assists in emergency situations as needed
• Assures timely reporting of lab work to physician staff and appropriate transfer of medical records as directed by physician or as requested by patients
• Maintains appropriate inventory of medical equipment and patient education materials in patient examination areas
• Performs physical assessment, which may include vital signs, weight, height, and current history and makes observations relevant to patient conditions. Documents and/or reviews all pertinent data, including allergies, current medications, and health history

Schedule: 24 hours per 4 week pay period
Location: 2JPE
Merit Pay Plan: https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/merit-plan (https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/merit-plan)

Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

• Licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with the Iowa Board of Nursing, or eligible for temporary work permit. Responsible to take the required continuing education hours to maintain a valid LPN certification.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification

Special Qualifications:

• Medical Terminology
• Public Contact/Customer Service