What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN position at AAA Staffing, LLC?
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
We are looking for reliable LPNs (Licensed Practical Nurses) to care for individuals at LTC facilities in a professional and considerate manner. Agency shifts are flexible and you’ll be able to pick your own schedule.
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
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 SNF health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures
- Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
- 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
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN
Pay: From $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Supplemental Pay:
- Differential pay
COVID-19 considerations:
All candidates are required to follow CDC guidelines. If you have been vaccinated no mask is required, however if you have not been vaccinated we ask that you do wear a mask.
License/Certification:
- LPN (Preferred)
Work Location: One location