Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Our Facility is looking to invite reliable and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses to join our team. WE OFFER VERY COMPETITIVE NEW RATES!!! AND WE HAVE NEW NURSING MANAGEMENT IN PLACE!!

The ideal candidate would be a nurse that is looking to provide outstanding patient care and physical support for patients and residents on a daily basis. To do well in this role you should have your nursing license in New Jersey.

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

Qualifications:

• LPN license in the State of New Jersey
• Successful completion of LPN license program is a must
• Must be CPR/BLS certified
• Long-Term/ skilled nursing facility experience
• Familiarity with PCC
• Compassionate and able to handle stress.
• Team player!