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NI-LPN

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JOB INFORMATION
Effective Date:	10/1/2010
Entity:	Illinois
Job Code:	NI-3056AC
Job Title:	NI-LPN
FLSA Exemption Status:	Non-Exempt
JOB SUMMARY
Under the direct supervision of a Resource designee (i.e. Physician, dentist, podiatrist and/or RN, provides practical nursing care for patients following established standards and practices. Performs treatments and procedures within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act of Illinois. Updates RN with timely information regarding status of patient in compliance with Patient Services Department policy and other regulatory agency requirements. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental and divisional nursing philosophy and objectives, as well as, Health System initiatives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

•	Under the direction of a resource designee, provides direct and individualized nursing care to assigned patients following established nursing policies and procedures and applied scientific principles. Incorporates age-specific, cultural and spiritual needs of the patient and significant other (s).
•	Assists in patient assessment process, by observing, collecting and reporting objective and subjective data regarding patient medical/surgical history, allergies, medications, physical and psychological status.
•	Reports patient condition changes and/or signs and symptoms of deviations from normal to restore designee, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
•	Prepares, administers and records prescribed medications in accordance with established hospital and regulatory policy and guidelines.
•	Clearly and accurately documents and records observed patient information and care provided.
•	Operates and maintains equipment utilizing proper procedures and established department policies.
•	Performs all aspects of care in an environment that optimizes patient and environmental safety and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and compliance efforts.
•	Ability to provide exceptional customer service to all customers.

As needed, additional responsibilities reasonably within the scope of duties and physical requirements may be assigned. ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND RESPECT FOR PEOPLE COMMITTMENTS.

Age Specific Competency (Clinical jobs only)
X	Clinical	Provides age and culturally appropriate assessment/screening, interpretation of clinical and laboratory data and develops and implements age appropriate interventional and plans of care including education within the parameters of his/her position responsibilities and licensure.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Experience
Experience	Experience Details	Required/ Preferred

LICENSE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND REGISTRATIONS MUST BE MAINTAINED PER UW HEALTH POLICY.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
•	Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill verification tools required.
•	Excellent verbal, written organizational and critical decision-making skills.
•	Good interpersonal skills and ability to deal with all levels within the organization and community under varied conditions.
•	Ability to provide exceptional customer service to all customers of the organization.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands
A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Physical Demand	Continuous Over 70%	Frequent 40% - 69%	Occasional 15% - 39%	Rarely Up to 15%
Standing	X
Walking	X
Climbing		X
Bending	X
Crouching	X
Pushing / Pulling	X
Carry		X
Fine Hand / Eye Coordination		X
Color Discrimination	X
Hearing Ability	X
Lifting / Lowering 1 -15 lbs.	X
15 - 30 lbs.	X
30 - 50 lbs.		X


Over 50 lbs.	UW Health does not require, nor does it expect that its employees lift more than 50 lbs unassisted. Objects in excess of 50 lbs should be lifted or moved with mechanical means or through a team lift. Employees in patient care areas are expected to utilize mechanical lifts and adhere to the "Use of Mechanical Lifts (Liko)" policy in the Patient Services Policy and Procedure Manual.

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to work within the selected working environments.
Physical Demands	Continuous Over 70%	Frequent 40% - 69%	Occasional 15% - 39%	Rarely Up to 15%
Concentration on Detail		X
Attention Span of 1 + Hours on a Task			X
Ability to Remember Multiple Tasks	X
Oral Communication	X
Written Communication	X

Physical Demands
Physical Demands	Continuous Over 70%	Frequent 40% - 69%	Occasional 15% - 39%	Rarely Up to 15%
Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids	X
Exposure to Toxins, Cytotoxins, Poisons		X
Exposure to Extreme Heat, Cold, Temp Fluctuations			X
Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals		X
Exposure to Radiation				X
Other -	X

Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.
THE EMPLOYEE MUST BE ABLE TO COMPLETE ALL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB WITH OR WITHOUT AN APPROVED ACCOMODATION. Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.