In this role you will be responsible for caring for people with physical and/or mental limitations and disabilities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Doctor. If you are qualified, compassionate and enjoy helping others, apply now.
The ideal candidate will be experienced in providing diverse basic care.
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LPN Responsibilities:
* Record a patient's medical history accurately
* Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate, etc.
* Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.
* Monitor patients' condition including fluid intake/output and compose patient charts
* Assist ailing patients in daily necessary activities such as eating, bathing, etc.
* Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas, etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks
* Collect samples for lab testing as assigned
* Provide emotional and psychological support when needed
* Communicate with patients' family to provide advice, comfort and release instructions
LPN Skills:
* Active LPN State License/Certification is required
* Proven experience as LPN or similar role
* Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team
* Familiarity with hospital health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures
* Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
* Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology
* Good knowledge of MS Office and data entry
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Compassionate and able to handle stress
Pay: $27.98 - $28.98 per hour
Benefits:
* Flexible schedule
Medical specialties:
* Geriatrics
Physical setting:
* Long term care
* Nursing home
* Rehabilitation center
Standard shift:
* Day shift
* Evening shift
* Night shift
* Overnight shift
Weekly schedule:
* Every weekend
* Monday to Friday
* Rotating weekends
* Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person