Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Job Description
Job description We are looking for a qualified Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse to promote and restore patients’ health. You will work with a variety of patients and you will provide direct nursing care along with physical or psychological support when required. Responsibilities Identify patients’ care requirements, focus on their needs and act on them Nurture a compassionate environment by providing psychological support Resolve or report on patients’ needs or problems Prepare patients for examinations and perform routine diagnostic checks (monitor pulse, blood pressure and temperature, provide drugs and injections etc) Monitor and record patient’s condition and document provided care services Treat medical emergencies Administer workloads Follow care regulations and standards Work within and cooperate with a multidisciplinary team Skills Proven nursing experience Familiarity with professional and technical emerging knowledge Problem solving skills and ability to multi-task Compassionate with good communication skills Excellent teamwork skills BS or Current Washington State License in nursing