LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)

Apex Healthcare Staffing; Melaleuca Isles (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Healthcare Staffing seeks a reliable LPN to provide compassionate basic care to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician. The candidate should be calm, patient and experienced with diverse care tasks in clinical settings, and willing to work as part of a supportive team.

This role involves documenting vitals and medical histories, administering medications, wound care, daily living assistance and clear communication with patients and families.

Qualifications

• Licensed LPN with current license.
• Experience in patient care and diverse tasks.
• Familiar with medical terminology and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Record patient medical histories accurately.
• Take and record vitals (BP, temp, HR).
• Observe progress and identify side-effects of treatments.
• Monitor patient condition and maintain charts.
• Assist patients with daily activities (eating, bathing).
• Administer medications and manage basic wound care.

Skills

LPN experience

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Medical terminology

Confidentiality

MS Office / data entry

Communication skills

Stamina

Patient care

Education

LPN License

Tools

MS Office

Medical Records Systems

Job description

We are looking for a reliable LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) to care for invalids and injured people in a professional and considerate manner. You will work under the supervision of a registered nurse or doctor. LPN professionals must be first and foremost qualified and compassionate. The ideal candidate will be experienced in providing diverse basic care to those who need it while remaining patient and calm. It is a demanding job but also very rewarding.

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 hospital health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures
• Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
• Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology
• Good knowledge of MS Office and data entry
• Perfect physical condition and stamina
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate and able to handle stress