Anesthesia Tech /Licensed Practical Nurse
Full Time
Boone, NC 28607
Posted
Job description
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Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program
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Completion of an anesthesia technician or anesthesia technologist program preferred.
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Previous experience in the OR/anesthesia is preferred but not required
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Current licensure as an LPN in North Carolina
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Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association is required at the time of hire
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Knowledge of and works within the scope of practice of the LPN
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Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with the public, patients, family, staff, and physician and acts within the chain of command, utilizing positive verbal and non-verbal skills
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Competent in delivering safe and effective patient care within legal limits of license and certifications and hospital policies and procedures
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Knowledge of the continuum of nursing care provided in the patient care department
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Ability to demonstrate exceptional customer service to patients, family, staff, and physicians
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Knowledge of Anesthesia, programs, processes and policies.
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Lifts, positions, pushes, pulls, and/or transfers up to and greater than 50 pounds
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Manual dexterity and mobility
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Prolonged, extensive or considerable sitting/standing/walking
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Bending, squatting, twisting, and turning
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Near acuity: ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less
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Regularly exposed to the risk of bloodborne diseases
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Frequently exposed to hazards from electrical/mechanical/power equipment, odorous chemicals, and specimens and unpleasant elements (accident, injury, slippery surfaces, uneven surfaces), etc.
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Subject to irregular hours (days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays) and emergency situations.
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Continuous standing and walking long periods = to or greater than > 8 hours per shift
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Speaking, reading and writing, expanded > 8 hours per day
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Exposed to vibration and cramped spaces > 1-hour day
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Frequently mobilizes patients > 4 hours per day
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Frequently per shift: lifts, carries, pushes, and/or pulls > 50 lbs.
Position Summary
The Anesthesia Tech/LPN performs all job functions under the direction of a licensed registered nurse. The licensed nurse maintains accountability and responsibility for the delivery of safe and competent care. Ensures high quality, efficient care. Demonstrates knowledge of human growth and development, assessment, range of treatment, and care of patients appropriate to the ages of patients served. Responsible for care and maintenance of anesthesia supplies and equipment in surgery area. Assists anesthesia providers and other members of the surgical services team.
The Anesthesia Tech/Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides patient care services, attending to the psychosocial, physical, and general aspects of patient care. The LPN provides patient care services that adhere to federal, state, and local regulatory compliance, and works within their scope of practice and license. The Anesthesia Tech/LPN provides patient care that reflects initiative, responsibility, and professionalism.
The LPN practice requires assignment or delegation by and performance under the supervision, orders, or directions of a registered nurse (RN), physician, or person authorized by State law to provide the supervision. Responds quickly and accurately to emergencies in the work environment and/or to changes in patient condition.
Demonstrates the ARHS Mission, Vision, and Values in action, and, approaches work in a way that reflects a bias for action, efficiency, and personal accountability. Effectively and professionally manages working relationships with coworkers, physicians, and all ARHS team members, in a way that promotes a healthy work environment.
Position Qualifications
Minimum Education
Experience
Required Registration/License/Certification
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Physical Demands
Working Conditions
Location: Appalachian Regional Healthcare System ยท Anesthesiology
Schedule: Full-time, Days, 6:00am - 2:00pm
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