Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Job Description
We are looking for someone who can provide outstanding patient care and physical support on a daily basis as a Licensed Practical Nurse is a professional who plans and manages patient care according to each individual's needs. They interview patients and record their medical history and physical conditions like blood pressure or temperature while obtaining vital signs.
Responsibilities:
Recording a patient’s medical history accurately
Taking and recording measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.
Observing patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.
Requirements and skills:
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
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