Licensed Practical Nurse

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Explains procedures and treatments to patient to gain cooperation, understanding, and alleviate apprehension.
• Dresses wounds, gives enemas, and other treatments based on the written directions of a physician.
• Takes and records patient's vital signs. Records food and fluid intake and output.
• Documents nursing history and physical assessment for assigned patients.
• Administers specified medication orally, by injection, or by IV and notes time and amount on patients' charts.
• Observes patients and reports adverse reactions to medication or treatment to medical personnel in charge.
• Assembles and uses such equipment as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, and oxygen suppliers.
• Supervises 1-3 nursing staff on the wing and keeps patient care areas.
• Collects samples, such as urine, blood, and sputum, from patients for testing.
• Answers patient call lights and aids patients with activities of daily living as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; six months to one-year related job experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing.
• Current CPR certification preferred (in-house training available)
• Capable of showing compassion and proper boundaries with patients
• Effective time management skills
• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Requires excellent interpersonal communication skills, focusing on problem solving.
• Able to multi-task and show compassion.