Travel LPN Long Term Care

Primary Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care in various healthcare settings, focusing on basic nursing functions such as medication administration, vital sign monitoring, wound care, and patient education.
• Work as part of a healthcare team to ensure patients receive safe, compassionate, and effective care.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain and record patient vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration).
• Administer prescribed medications via oral, topical, and injection routes.
• Perform basic wound care, dressing changes, and catheter care.
• Absorb activities of daily living (bathing, eating, mobility).
• Collect specimens for laboratory testing.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition to supervising RN or physician.

Medication Administration

• Prepare and administer medications according to physician orders.
• Verify patient identity and medication accuracy using safety protocols.
• Monitor patients for medication side effects and therapeutic responses.
• Maintain medication records and inventory.
• Provide education about medication purposes and side effects.

Patient Monitoring and Assessment

• Conduct routine health assessments and screenings.
• Maintain patient responses to treatments and medications.
• Recognize and report signs of complications or adverse reactions.
• Document all nursing interventions and patient responses.
• Assist with diagnostic procedures and tests.

Patient Education and Support

• Provide basic health education to patients and families.
• Teach patients about disease management and self-care techniques.
• Offer emotional support and comfort to patients and families.
• Absorb discharge planning and follow-up care instructions.
• Promote patient safety and infection control practices.

Documentation and Communication

• Maintain detailed patient records and care plans.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare team members.
• Participate in shift reports and team meetings.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and facility policies.

Equipment and Supply Management

• Operate and maintain basic medical equipment.
• Ensure proper sterilization and cleaning of equipment.
• Monitor and order supplies as needed.
• Maintain clean and organized work environment.