What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN Charge Nurse position at Ivy Hill Post Acute Nursing and Rehabilitation?
Are you a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and a dedicated, compassionate healthcare professional? If yes you deserve to work in an environment that has the same values as you!
Come work for and be part of the Ivy Hill Post Acute Family, where both staff and Residents are treated as warmly as family. Advance your career in an environment of compassion and professionalism. Why not take the next move? Apply for a fabulous job at our facility and our HR team will reach out to you!
The ideal candidate would be a nurse who is looking to provide outstanding patient care and physical support for patients and residents on a daily basis.
To do well in this role you should have your Practical Nursing license in Pennsylvania.
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’ 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, 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
Qualifications:
- LPN LICENSE IN THE STATE of Pennsylvania
- Successful completion of the LPN license program is a must
- Long-Term/ Skilled Nursing Facility Experience
- Familiarity with PCC
- Compassionate and able to handle stress
- Team Player
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