Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Job description

We are looking for a reliable LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) to care for home-bound and injured 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 home health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures


• Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices


• Excellent knowledge of medical terminology


• 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

Job Types:

• PART - TIME


• Monday - Friday


• Able to take weekend call


• Able to travel to our service areas: Lafayette, New Iberia, Opelousas, Crowley


• Per visit trip fee paid

Medical specialties:

• Home Health

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift


• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Home health: 1 year (Preferred)


• med surg: 1 year (Preferred)