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.
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