Under the direction of an RN, contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN. Drag Edit Delete Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care. May administer medication. Documents patient care given. Drag Edit Delete Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation. Drag Edit Delete Monitors, documents, and communicates patient's status and reactions to interventions with RN, physician, patient, and families. Drag Edit Delete Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient. Drag Edit Delete Observes central monitor screens, interprets, recognizes and records changes in patient's rhythms and notifies nurse as appropriate. *Required Skills* Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Drag Edit Delete *Required Skills* American Heart Association or American Red Cross Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire or must be obtained within 90 days of employment, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within 12 months of employment IV Therapy certification preferred Drag Edit Delete *Required Skills* License: Current TN LPN licensure Drag Edit Delete *Minimum Work Experience* Six months to one year experience as LPN in medical/surgical unit. New Graduates will be considered. Drag Edit Delete *Minimum Education* Practical Nursing Diploma required. **Job:** **Please select a valid job field* **Organization:** ** **Title:** *LPN-Medical/Surgical* **Location:** *Tennessee-Carthage* **Requisition ID:** *7457-12572*