Licensed Practical Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse Requirements and Responsibilities:
- • Plans and manages patient care according to each patient's needs.
- • Interviews patients and records their medical history and physical condition.
- • Obtains patient vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration.
- • Provides routine care for patients.
- • Observes patients' health.
- • Reviews medical charts.
- • Accompanies patients to their rooms.
- • Assists physicians and registered nurses.
- • Communicates with patients and their families.
- • Performs standard diagnostic procedures including EKG, phlebotomy, venipuncture, PCT, and Doppler.
- • Administers medications.
- • Provides wound care.
- • Prepares and administers injections and/or enemas.
- • Assists with patient comfort.
- • Monitors catheters.
LPN Qualifications / Skills:
- • Medical knowledge
- • Patience
- • Compassion
- • Kindness
- • Critical thinking skills
- • Knowledge of infection control practices
- • Stamina and physical endurance
- • Observational skills
- • Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety rules
- • Communication skills
- • Leadership
- • Empathy
Position Details
Job Type: Full-time/Part-time
Experience: 1+ years preferred
Education: LPN program completion
License: Valid LPN license required
Schedule: Various shifts available
Benefits: Competitive benefits package