Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - LTC - 16 weeks - 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift
About The Position
Cedar Park Med is seeking an LPN-Licensed Practical Nurse to administer nursing care in a long-term care facility. Schedule/shift: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift, 8-hour shifts. Immediate need for 2nd shift! Full-Time & Part-Time 16 weeks (ongoing) Every other weekend required Job Responsibilities: Provide general nursing care to patients for medical and health-related issues Record patient’s medical history and pretreatment formalities then accurately enter data in the computer system. Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate, glucose levels Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications, etc. Change bandages, provide wound care, administer medicines Collect samples for lab testing as assigned Ensure health and comfort of patients Advocate with clinical staff regarding client's medical concerns Communicate with patients’ family or friends to give advice, comfort, and sanctioned health updates Perform other duties as requested
Requirements
- 2 yrs minimum experience
- Familiarity with health, safety, and sanitation standards and procedures
- Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
- Valid state LPN license
- Current BLS certification
Responsibilities
- Provide general nursing care to patients for medical and health-related issues
- Record patient’s medical history and pretreatment formalities then accurately enter data in the computer system.
- Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate, glucose levels
- Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications, etc.
- Change bandages, provide wound care, administer medicines
- Collect samples for lab testing as assigned
- Ensure health and comfort of patients
- Advocate with clinical staff regarding client's medical concerns
- Communicate with patients’ family or friends to give advice, comfort, and sanctioned health updates
- Perform other duties as requested
Benefits
- PTO
- Vacation Pay
- Bonus Pay
- Health Insurance
- 401(k)
- Professional development
- Employee recognition
- Annual appreciation gifts
- Recognized third-party leadership training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
