LPN - Licenced Practical Nurses - Overseas

Job Bridge Global; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a full-time position. The LPN will provide essential nursing care, assist with daily clinical activities, and maintain patient records. Ideal candidates must have a Technical Degree in Nursing and be certified in Basic Life Support. This role does not require prior experience and is an excellent opportunity for those looking to build their careers in healthcare while working in an international context.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Technical Degree or Diploma Nursing as an LPN.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with patients and healthcare professionals.
• No prior work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential nursing care and ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Assist with daily clinical activities under the supervision of healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate patient records and data.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work with patients and families

Ability to work independently

Computer skills and EMR documentation

Quick reaction to emergency situations

Education

Technical Degree or Diploma Nursing - LPN

Tools

Basic Life Support - BLS certification

Licensed Practical Nurse certification

Job description

You will never pay a fee to Job Bridge Global at any point for this opportunity. This opportunity is aimed toward individuals looking to work overseas in the USA and Canada while pursuing their careers in healthcare. We do this to attract a broader range of candidates in local search results.

Job Bridge Global is thrilled to present an exciting opportunity for Registered Nurses and Healthcare Workers who are eager to expand their horizons and enhance their careers on an international scale. This role allows you to immerse yourself in new cultures and healthcare practices while contributing your skills to various healthcare settings.

Position Overview

Job Bridge Global is seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a full-time day position. As a vital member of our healthcare team, the LPN will provide essential nursing care to patients while ensuring comfort, safety, and effective communication.

Responsible for assisting with the daily clinical activities under the supervision of the physician, RN, and / or nurse practitioner providing primary care services.

What will you do

• Complies with established patient care guidelines, maintains established clinic policies, procedures and objectives, is aware of patient rights and confidentiality issues and abides by established communication policy about the age specific populations.
• Accurately obtains, organizes and records necessary patient data.
• Updates all patient records subsequent to clinical information from physicians, nurse practitioner, including lab, etc., and assists in maintaining pertinent records.
• Assists physicians, RNs, nurse practitioners with procedures as needed.
• Performs under supervision of physician, RN, and / or nurse practitioner, the day-to-day clinical operations.
• Helps maintain a clean, orderly and safe environment for patient and staff.
• May performs Limited Scope X-Ray duties in accordance to state regulations with certification as required or on an as needed basis.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

Requirements

Education / Formal Training Requirements

• Technical Degree or Diploma Nursing - LPN

Work Experience Requirements

• No prior work experience

Licenses and Certifications Requirements

• Basic Life Support - BLS
• Licensed Practical Nurse

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work with patients, patient families and physicians in a tactful and professional manner.
• Ability to begin the patient visit with eye contact, smile and greeting, while using the patient’s name.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Performs computer skills demonstrated by successful navigation of the EMR with appropriate documentation. Demonstrates ability to review computer reports following evidenced based guidelines.
• Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.

Supervision Provided by this Position

• There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this position.

Physical Demands

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are : medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and / or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
• Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.