What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weekend LPN position at Woodstock Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?
Woodstock, GA is Affluent and growing urban city in Cherokee County. 45min from Downtown Atlanta and near surrounding Cities - Canton, Cartersville, Kennesaw and Cobb County. A lovely place to work and live. Woodstock Nursing and Rehab is located seconds from Main Street Downtown Woodstock, And right next door to Woodstock Amphitheater and nearby Parks.
Unwind on your lunch breaks in Downtown Woodstock which provides a one-of-a-kind shopping and dining experience full of Southern charm with great deals, historic ambulance, and a strong sense of community. Discover art galleries, great clothing boutiques, jewelry, home decor, a wonderful environment to work.
Job description
We are looking for both a Charge Nurse reliable LPN to care for patients in a professional and considerate manner. You will work under the supervision of a registered nurse or doctor. LPN professionals must be first and foremost qualified and compassionate. The ideal candidate will be experienced in providing diverse basic care to those who need it while remaining patient and calm. It is a demanding job but also very rewarding.
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.
Skills
- Proven experience as LPN or similar role
- Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team
- Familiarity with hospital health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures
- Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
- Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology
- Good knowledge of MS Office and data entry
- Perfect physical condition and stamina
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate and able to handle stress
- Successful completion of LPN license program is a must.
Shifts Available: 7am - 7pm and 7pm - 7am
Friday, Saturday, Sunday or Saturday, Sunday, Monday
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