Licensed Practical Nurse Responsibilities:

• Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse administers medication, collects data, performs treatments and patient care responsibilities as prescribed and authorized by the State Practice Act.
• Consults with and keeps Registered Nurse informed of activities, symptoms, reactions, and changes in the patient’s condition with regard to assigned patients.
• Provides appropriate pain management techniques and educates the patient and family regarding pain management.
• Contributes to the development and modification of the RN-directed nursing plan of care.
• Administers medication following the five rights of medication administration within scope of practice.
• Assists with the rehabilitation and treatment of patients in accordance with the medical plan of care under the supervision and oversight of Registered Nurse.
• Assists physicians with examinations, treatments and special procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills as directed by the Registered Nurse.
• Assists with admitting, discharging, and transferring of patients.
• Evaluates and documents the effectiveness of all medical treatments administered on a shift basis including but not limited to medications, IV therapy, wound/dressing care, blood product administration monitoring, and enteral feedings.
• In collaboration with the Registered Nurse, provides patient and/or family education related to health care and rehabilitation needs in a manner that is easy to understand and promotes learning.

Qualifications:

• Current state licensure as an LPN/LVN
• BLS Certification

Benefit Package Includes Medical, Dental,Vision, LTD, STD and Life Insurance.