What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Weekends 7am-7pm position at Paulding Care Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation?
Paulding Care Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation -
Paulding Care Center is looking to hire reliable and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses, LPN to join our team.
The ideal candidate would be a nurse that is looking to provide outstanding patient care and physical support for patients and residents. To do well in this role you should have your Practical Nursing license in Georgia.
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 :
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