Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

leading-edge; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 56,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

leading-edge is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Abu Dhabi to provide basic nursing care under the supervision of an RN or physician, in hospitals, clinics or care facilities.

The role requires HAAD licensure and completion of a practical nursing program, with duties including taking vital signs, administering medications, changing dressings, assisting with personal care, monitoring patients and documenting care, while collaborating with healthcare teams.

Qualifications

• Current HAAD licensure in the state of practice.
• Completion of a practical nursing program.
• Physical ability to lift, bend and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care under supervision of RN or physician.
• Take vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood pressure, etc.).
• Administer medications and injections.
• Change wound dressings.
• Assist with personal care (bathing, grooming, etc.).
• Monitor patients and report changes to RNs or physicians.
• Document patient information and care provided.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver patient-centered care.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Medication administration

Wound care

Personal care

Patient monitoring

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Practical nursing program

Job description

Job Title:Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Location: Abu Dhabi,UAE

Job Summary

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides basic nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or physician. LPNs work in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, and clinics, to deliver patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Provide basic nursing care, such as:
• Taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood pressure, etc.)
• Administering medications and injections
• Changing wound dressings
• Assisting with personal care (bathing, grooming, etc.)
• Monitoring Patients: Observe patients' conditions and report any changes to RNs or physicians
• Documentation: Accurately document patient information and care provided
• Collaboration: Work with healthcare teams to deliver patient-centered care

Requirements

• Licensure: CurrentHAAD licensure in the state of practice
• Education: Completion of a practical nursing program
• Physical Demands: Ability to lift, bend, and stand for long periods