LPN's Wanted - ALL SHIFTS - NJ

Title: Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN) Needed Now!

Responsibilities:

• Assesses for and controls pain and nausea per physician's orders.
• Offers snacks when patient is awake and alert.
• Educates patient on optimal post-care at home.
• Counts narcotics at the beginning and end of each shift with the Pre-Op nurse.
• Management of airway and ventilation.
• Monitor cardiac function, arrhythmia recognition, and treatment of life-threatening emergencies.
• Management of patient during altered states of consciousness.
• Management of monitoring and respiratory equipment.
• Management of fluid lines, tubes, drains, and catheters.
• Administration of drugs and identification of drug-related problems.
• Recognition of the actions and interactions of anesthetic techniques.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures of the center.