POSITION DESCRIPTION / PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

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1 POSITION DESCRIPTION / PERFORMANCE EVALUATION Job Title: LPN Prepared by: Date: Supervised by: Director of Nursing Approved by: Date: Job Summary: The LPN will assist with coordination of patient flow, telephone screening, and preparation of patients for examination and procedures and giving injections as directed. Plans and provides under supervision of a RN comprehensive nursing care including, but not limited to, executing physician's orders, dispensing and administering medications, and assisting physician in examinations and treatment of patients. Applies nursing and supervisory techniques required in the care, treatment and referrals of patients. Performs procedures such as intramuscular injections, blood pressure and CPR. Obtains and transmits urine, blood and other specimens for lab analysis. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performance is clearly outstanding;performance is superior it far exceeds standards E = Excellent or expectations;performance is exceptional on a continuous basis. G = Good S = Satisfactory NI = Needs Improvement Performance generally meets or exceeds standards or expectations;attains all or nearly all of position objectives. Performance is adequate it meets standards or expectations, and is developing within the position. Fails to meet one or more job expectations. U = Unacceptable Performance is below accepted levels;fails to meet most job expectations. Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: E G S NI U Provides nursing care to patients through use of the nursing process. Provides the assessment planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. Assists in developing, implementing and evaluating a written care plan, including long and short term goals. Is accountable for all assigned patient care given during shift. Responsible for assisting in managing supplies and equipment. Participates in discharge planning using appropriate available resources. Involves the patient and/or family in developing the nursing care plan and in teaching. Demonstrates ability in patient assessment. Collects patient data as assigned. Makes observations of general physical and mental conditions of patients and signs and symptoms indicative of change or disease process. Keeps patient s age in consideration during the process. Reports/documents observations appropriately. Accurately communicates thru appropriate charting. Able to adapt to change in workload of patient assignments without interference to patient care. 1

2 Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: E G S NI U Responsible for completion of assignments without interference to quality of work. Assists with planning and implementing the nursing care plan. Contributes to the development and/or revision of the nursing care plan, and documents such. Performs direct patient care as assigned to provide for the physical and emotional comfort of the patient in accordance with the nursing care plan. Reinforces, assists in patient/family teaching. Contributes to the evaluation of the response of the patient to the care plan and to nursing interventions and communicates this to the charge nurse. Contributes to the revision of the patient care plan according to the changing needs of the patient. Care plan is evaluated for currency at teach shift report. Knowledge of work/duties. Prepares and administers medications accurately. As authorized, hangs, monitors, and discontinues IV fluids and blood products accurately and according to policy and direction. Provides direct care to patients assuring safety and comfort. Performs treatments and procedures with attention to detail, accuracy, patient safety and comfort. Maintains a clean and safe environment for patients and other nursing staff. Assists in maintaining equipment and reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate personnel. Provides basic life support in emergency situations. Is ACLS, NRP, PCEP trained. Attends and participates regularly in staff meetings and inservice offerings. Attends the minimum number of 8 staff meetings per year and as designated by DON. Reads synopsis of all staff meetings not attended. Actions show awareness of materials covered. Shows interest and willingness in planning and participating in inservices. Is an active member of the nursing team. Demonstrates understanding of emergency procedures, fire drills, evacuation procedures, and internal and external disaster plans and procedures. Functions in a calm manner during emergency and crisis situations. 2

3 Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: E G S NI U Maintains CPR skills as required by hospital. Assist in orientation of new personnel to the unit. Understands and functions within limits of State Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies and procedures. Maintains an effective working relationship wit health care team, patients, families and visitors. Establishes good rapport with patients, families, and visitors, respecting patient s right to privacy and confidentiality of information, follows HIPPA guidelines. Provides direction to patients, families and visitors in a courteous, precise manner. Responds to requests in a friendly, cooperative manner. Accurately communicates patient information to other nursing staff and medical staff. Is active member of ER team. Professional Requirements: E G S NI U Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. Completes annual education requirements. Maintains regulatory requirements, including all state and federal regulations. Adheres to the Group I level of HIPAA Minimum Necessary Standard when using, disclosing or requesting Protected Health Information (PHI). Reports to work on time and as scheduled. Wears identification while on duty. Attends annual review and performs departmental inservices. Works at maintaining a good rapport and a cooperative working relationship with physicians, departments and staff. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Attends committee, CQI and management meetings, as appropriate. Resolves personnel concerns at the departmental level, utilizing the grievance process as required. Ensures compliance with policies and procedures regarding department operations, fire, safety and infection control. Effectively and consistently communicates administrative directive to personnel and encourages interactive departmental meetings and discussions. 3

4 Professional Requirements: E G S NI U Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the facility, as well as the focus statement of the department. Total Points 4

5 Education/Experience Requirements: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Current licensure by the State of Oklahoma as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Current CPR, ACLS, & PALS required within 1 year. Ability to work cooperatively with medical staff, patients and families. Language Skills: Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Skills: Demonstrates abilities in ER areas and OB as needed. Physical Demands: Able to lift up to but not limited to 40 lbs. For physical demands of position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion and environment, see following description. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care. ======================================================================================= I have received, read and understand the Position Description/Performance Evaluation above. Name/Signature Date Signed 5

6 JOB TITLE: RN DEPARTMENT: Nursing NAME: # HOURS/WORKDAY: 8 DEVELOPED BY: DATE DEVELOPED: 1/3/05 MANAGER SIGNATURE: DATE: DESCRIPTION OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS CHECK APPROPRIATE BO FOR EACH OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS TO BEST DESCRIBE THE ETENT OF THE SPECIFIC ACTIVITY PERFORMED BY THE STAFF MEMBERS IN THIS POSITION PHYSICAL DEMANDS On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities Show the amount of time by checking the appropriate boxes below. Stand: Walk: Sit: Talk or hear: Use hands to finger, handle or feel: Push/Pull: Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: Reach with hands and arms: Taste or smell: Amount of Time None up to 1/3 1/3 to 1/2 2/3 and more This job requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted. Show how much and how often by checking the appropriate boxes below. Up to 10 pounds: Up to 25 pounds: Up to 50 pounds: Up to 100 pounds: More than 100 pounds: Amount of Time None up to 1/3 1/3 to 1/2 2/3 and more This job has special vision requirements. Check all that apply. x Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) x Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more) x Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) x Peripheral Vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point) x Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships) x Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus) No Special Vision Requirements Specific demands not listed: Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. This job requires exposure to the following environmental conditions. Show the amount of time by checking the appropriate boxes below. Wet, humid conditions (non-weather): Work near moving mechanical parts: Fumes or airborne particles: Toxic or caustic chemicals: Outdoor weather conditions: Extreme cold (non-weather): Extreme heat (non-weather): Risk of electrical shock: Work with explosives: Risk of radiation: Vibration: The typical noise level for the work environment is: Check all that apply. Very Quiet Loud Noise x Quiet Very Loud Noise Moderate Noise Amount of Time None up to 1/3 1/3 to 1/2 2/3 and more Hearing: x Ability to hear alarms on equipment x Ability to hear patient call x Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff REPETITIVE MOTION ACTIONS Number of Hours Repetitive use of foot control A. Right only B. Left Only C. Both Repetitive use of hands A. Right only B. Left Only C. Both Grasping: simple/light A. Right only B. Left Only C. Both Grasping: firm/heavy A. Right only B. Left Only C. Both Fine Dexterity A. Right only B. Left Only C. Both WORK ENVIRONMENT 6

7 PERFORMANCE EVALUATION CONTINUATION PAGE Staff Member: Job Title: Performance Evaluation Score: # of total points achieved Supervisors Comments: points = Excellent = Good = Satisfactory = Needs Improvement 51 0 = Unacceptable 100% merit increase 100% merit increase 75% merit increase 50% merit increase 25% merit increase Recommended Goals/Actions: Staff Member Comments: Actions Recommended by Supervisor: Current Wage: New Wage: Performance Review Only Cost of Living Increase: Next Performance Review on: Salary Increase: Acknowledgement of Job Description Total Increase: Salary Increase Denied Staff Member Signature Date Supervisor Signature Date Administrative Signature Date 7

8 PERSONNEL MEMBER ANNUAL PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE AND COMPETENCY EVALUATION As a member of the Okeene Municipal Hospital s personnel team, your comments and input are important to both our continuing development and quality provision of patient care and services. Your continued professional growth and job satisfaction are primary goals of the hospital. The administrative team and your department supervisor are interested in your comments regarding the following: 1-5 (1 = poor, 5 = excellent) 1. How would you rate your current job satisfaction level? 2. How would you rate your current job performance? 3. How would you rate the organization s provision of personnel benefits? 4. How would you rate the organization s provisions for personnel continuing education? 5. How would you rate the organization s physical working environment? 6. How would you rate the organization s emotional working environment? 7. List your professional goals: 8. List any departmental goals that may differ from professional goals (include educational and performance goals): 9. Is there anything the organization can do to help you achieve any of these goals? 10. If so, please describe: 11. Comments you feel may assist the organization with improving personnel satisfaction levels: Note: This organization pledges to utilize information provided for the sole purpose of improving personnel satisfaction and assisting the author with achievement of advanced personal and/or professional growth. 8