Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical NurseThe Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and serves as a direct channel of communications between the patient and the assigned Registered Nurse. The LPN administers medications and treatments, including respiratory therapy modalities and records them. Infection control policies and practices are applied and enforced. The LPN appropriately organizes time, effort and energy in rendering care; exercising judgment in establishing priorities. The LPN reports incidents and changes in patients condition to the Registered Nurse. Appropriate action is taken in stressful, unusual and emergency situations. This position establishes good intra-personal relationships and appropriate interactions. Understanding, patience and tact are demonstrated. Constructive criticism is accepted and applied. The Licensed Practical Nurse Provides patient instruction during hospitalization and upon discharge. The LPN assists with orientation and continued learning of new staff members and students. Professional and clinical competence is maintained through active participation in various continuing education programs. New knowledge and skill are applied and shared.