Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Job Description
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) JOB DESCRIPTION Job Summary: Under immediate supervision, supports providers (physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants) in provision of patient care; includes recording vital signs, discussing chief health concerns, administering injections; assists with documentation. CHARACTERISTIC JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES May include any and/or all of the following: 1. Assists with providing patient care: records vital signs; discusses and records chief health concerns, administers injections and medications. 2. Places phone calls to pharmacies to order prescriptions. 3. Maintains neatness of work area; stocks medication cart with supplies. 4. Performs other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS • Knowledge of medical terminology • Interpersonal/human relations skills • Customer service skills • Ability to maintain schedules • Ability to maintain confidentiality • Ability to respond to questions in a tactful and professional manner • Ability/willingness to adhere to the established departmental service standards MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and experience equivalent to: High school diploma or equivalent, plus one (1) year of technical training; supplemented with one (1) year of related work experience. LPN License is required. __________________________________________ _____________________ Employee Signature