What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse position at William V Fattig MD?
Job Summary
Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), where you will play a vital role in delivering compassionate, high-quality patient care across various medical settings. In this energetic and rewarding position, you will provide essential nursing services, assist with patient assessments, administer medications and treatments, and support the overall well-being of diverse patient populations. Your expertise will help ensure safe, efficient, and personalized care while fostering a positive environment for patients and staff alike.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including vital signs, physical examinations, and health histories to inform individualized care plans.
- Administer medications, injections, and other treatments following prescribed protocols while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Assist with diagnostic evaluations such as specimen collection, processing, and basic medical imaging procedures.
- Maintain accurate medical documentation within electronic health records (EHR/EHR systems), ensuring compliance with HIPAA and long-term care regulations.
- Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding health management, medication administration, and discharge planning.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care for patients with complex needs such as dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or those requiring hospice or palliative care.
- Skills
- Proven experience working with diverse populations including geriatric patients, individuals with developmental disabilities, or those requiring memory or dementia care.
- Strong knowledge of EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, Athenahealth or eClinicalWorks for efficient documentation.
- Ability to perform patient assessments accurately using physiology knowledge and clinical confidentiality policies.
- Experience working in various healthcare settings such as medical-surgical units, emergency rooms, urgent care centers, or skilled nursing facilities.
- Excellent communication skills for caregiver interaction and client education; adept at triage and case management.
Join us to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through your expertise and compassionate care! We are committed to supporting your professional growth while providing a dynamic work environment where your skills truly shine.
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 16.0 – 24.0 per week
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25