LPN Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a LPN to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Other duties as assigned;
- Perform in-house labs, collect specimens for out-side labs perform quality control in accordance with organizational protocols;
- Applies and changes dressings;
- Maintains the confidentiality of inmate records;
- Accepts constructive criticism in stressful situations;
- Collect and record data regarding the physiologic and psychologic health of patients in a systematic manner;
- Apprise Medical Director and/or Director of Nursing of suspected child/adult abuse;
- Monitor patient vital signs at various stages of care;
- Completes diagnostics such as PFTs, PPDs and the collection of urine, sputum and other specimens;
- Review residents for admission to the facility;
- Participates as an intricate part of the interdisciplinary team for the people we support;
- Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks;
- Attends scheduled clinical staff meetings and all staff day meetings;
- Conduct patient interviews;
- Maintains accurate, detailed reports and records.
Requirements:
- 2-4 Years of experience required;
- CPR certification recommended;
- Must possess and maintain a DC license as a professional LPN;
- Valid driver’s license;
- Experience working with individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities preferred;
- Prefer experience in chemical dependency or psychiatric nursing;
- Licensed Practical Nurse;
- CPR Certification;
- Familiarity with hospital health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures;
- Good verbal and written communication skills;
- Potential exposure to disruptive or uncontrollable patients;
- Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends;
- Ability to work independently and demonstrate good judgment;
- One or more years of experience in geriatric setting preferred;
- Good knowledge of MS Office and data entry.