Licensed Practical Nurse

Company: E-Talent Network
Location: Butner
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

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• 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 and 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 or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructions
  
  
  Requirements and skills
  
  
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  • 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
    
  • Perfect physical condition and stamina
    
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
    
  • Compassionate and able to handle stress
    
  • Successful completion of LPN license program is a must
    
    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
    

Keywords: E-Talent Network, Durham , Licensed Practical Nurse, Healthcare , Butner, North Carolina