What are the responsibilities and job description for the License Practical Nurse with Skilled Facility Experience Preferred position at SYNERGY HomeCare of Columbia?
SYNERGY HomeCare of Columbia -
Job Overview
Come work at SYNERGY Homecare, a leading firm in our industry in the area. We are looking to hire an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse to help us keep growing. If you're hard-working and dedicated, SYNERGY Homecare is an ideal place to get ahead. Apply today!
Responsibilities for Licensed Practical Nurse
- Observe, record, and report changes in patient's condition
- Effectively carry out medical and surgical asepsis during treatments and special procedures
- Sterilize packages and autoclaves instruments using proper sterilization protocols
- Effectively label and process patient specimens as needed, including tracking specimens in appropriate logs
- Organize exam rooms, including general cleaning, upkeep, and re-stocking of supplies
- Communicate with patients' family or friends to provide advice, comfort, and release instructions
- Administer injections, prescribe medications and clean and dress wounds, and assist with other basic medical care tasks
- Demonstrates appropriate hand washing technique to ensure proper infection control and follows universal precautions
Qualifications for Licensed Practical Nurse