Licensed Practical Nurse Goals and Objectives Examples
Provide exceptional patient care while adhering to established protocols and standards.
Continuously educate oneself on new medical advancements and implement them in daily practice.
Foster a supportive and positive environment for patients, their families, and fellow healthcare professionals.
Maintain accurate and detailed medical records to ensure the highest quality of care.
Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive and coordinated care to patients.
Remain current on all required licenses, certifications, and training necessary to maintain a high level of competence.
Demonstrate an understanding of ethical and legal considerations in nursing practice.
Participate in ongoing professional development activities such as continuing education courses or conferences.
Develop and implement effective care plans that address patients' physical, emotional, and social needs.
Foster effective communication with patients, their families, and colleagues to promote optimal outcomes.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Follow all infection control protocols to reduce the risk of healthcare-associated infections.
Document and report adverse events or near-misses according to policies and procedures.
Provide instruction to patients about self-care techniques or medications as appropriate.
Effectively manage pain and symptoms in patients using evidence-based guidelines.
Recognize and respond promptly to changes in patients' conditions, including signs of distress or deterioration.
Comply with emergency preparedness protocols for natural disasters or other emergencies.
Foster a culture of teamwork and collaboration within the healthcare team.
Engage in shared decision-making with patients to empower them to be active participants in their care.
Facilitate referrals to other healthcare providers or community resources as needed.
Collaborate with social workers or case managers to develop discharge plans that meet patients' needs.
Provide emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times such as end-of-life care.
Administer medications, treatments, or procedures according to prescribed orders or protocols.
Monitor patients' vital signs and assess for abnormalities or changes in condition.
Assist with diagnostic tests, such as blood draws or electrocardiograms (ECGs).
Dress wounds or perform other basic wound care tasks.
Assist patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing or eating, when necessary.
Educate patients about their diagnoses, treatment options, and recommended follow-up care.
Coordinate appointments or referrals for patients as necessary.
Provide education about preventative health measures such as immunizations or screenings.
Engage in patient-centered care planning that incorporates patients' goals and preferences.
Communicate effectively with patients who have limited English proficiency or hearing impairments.
Use appropriate cultural sensitivity and awareness when caring for diverse patient populations.
Delegate tasks appropriately to unlicensed personnel based on their scope of practice and competency.
Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or first aid in emergency situations when necessary.
Respond appropriately to Code Blue situations, including performing basic life support (BLS) techniques.
Demonstrate mastery of nursing skills such as medication administration or wound care through regular competency assessments.
Identify potential safety hazards in the healthcare environment and take corrective action as necessary.
Ensure that patient privacy and confidentiality are maintained at all times.
Act as an advocate for patients' rights and autonomy in decision-making processes.
Evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and modify care plans accordingly.
Conduct thorough patient assessments upon admission and throughout hospitalization to identify changing needs or issues that arise.
Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to identify opportunities for quality improvement initiatives within one's practice setting.
Implement best practices related to infection prevention such as hand hygiene, proper use of personal protective equipment, and environmental cleaning/sanitizing measures to prevent healthcare-associated infections (HAIs).
Provide appropriate administration of immunizations and preventative therapies such as pneumococcal vaccines or influenza shots per order of supervising physician/medical practitioner.
Demonstrate proficiency in operating medical equipment such as infusion pumps, ventilators, pulse oximeters, and other monitoring devices used in clinical settings.
Educate family members about their loved ones' illness(es), prognosis, treatment options, expectations for recovery/symptom management, and available resources/support services per individualized plan of care.
Ensure ethical practice guidelines are followed when working with certain populations (e.g., prisoners).
Help administer therapy programs (speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy) according to the patient's needs.
Apply basic principles of nutrition by providing adequate nutrients/energy/drinks/etc., especially for those who have difficulty consuming food/drink orally due to various reasons like dysphagia or edentulism).
Properly execute CPR techniques on individuals requiring immediate resuscitation efforts.
Administer allergy testing accurately for suspected allergens.
Provide assistance with CPAP machines for sleep apnea treatment.
Perform routine checkups on patients' vital signs.
Collaborate with supervising physicians on complex medical cases.
Monitors medication dosages carefully in order to minimize drug interaction effects.
Communicates effectively with both medical staff and administrative staff on behalf of patients.
Determines physical limitations of geriatric patients in order to make recommendations for mobility aids.
Assists with rehabilitation exercises post-surgery.
Maintains cleanliness of medical equipment utilized during patient treatments.
Identifies common ailments common amongst elderly populations.
Understands how age-related changes can affect assessment data.
Implements effective fall-prevention measures for elderly patients.
Ensures proper hygiene measures are employed throughout patient care.
Maintains updated knowledge on current psychiatric medications.
Understands indications for treating psychiatric disorders.
Assesses patients' likelihood for self-harm.
Explains mental health diagnoses clearly & concisely.
Investigates potential abuse allegations made against caregiver staff.
Comforts distressed family members of psychiatric patients.
Records & reports unusual behaviors exhibited by psychiatric patients.