Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Job Description
Meadowood Nursing Center we are looking for YOU!!! We know you are a reliable LVN. LVN professionals must be first and foremost qualified and compassionate. The ideal candidate will be experienced in providing diverse basic care. New Grads Welcome. Shift: 2:30pm to 11:00pm 10:30pm to 7.15am Responsibilities • 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' conditions, 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, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks • 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 Requirements • Proven experience as LVN • LVN State License • CPR certified • Knowledge of Electronic Charting • Must be able to pass a back round check and drug test. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time