Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse

Location: Wilson ,NC 27893

Duration: 3 months to long term

Shift hours: 11pm-7am/11pm-11am

Pay rate: $33-$38/hour

Job Description:

• 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.

Required 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.