Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Position Available In Davidson, Tennessee

Job Description:

Description All potential candidates should read through the following detailsof this job with care before making an application. Performs BLS (Basic Life Support), CPR (cardiopulmonaryresuscitation), and other emergency responses. Provides health care support as directed by the immediatesupervisor. Follows a prescribed health care plan or protocol. Takes the patient’s vital signs. Identifies patient’s allergies. Administers medication. Monitors side effects of medication. Observes effectiveness of medications. Feeds the patient. Bathes the patient. Prepares the patient for laboratory tests. Obtains required lab specimens per protocol. Prepares specimens for transport to an outside laboratory. Performs other procedures per protocol. Provide Consultation and Advice to

Others:

Educatespatients/caregivers how to maintain optimal health status. Demonstrates self-care such as dressing changes, self-examinations,activities of daily living (e.g., hygiene), and use of adaptiveequipment/devices. Ensures the patient understands self-care instructions.

Documenting/Recording Information:

Documents assessments, care andeducation provided to the patient. Lists vital signs and procedures performed in the patient’s medicalrecord. Documents orders followed and medical interventions. Documents completed tests and the results. Documents administration and effectiveness of drugs, documentsutilization of controlled drugs. Completes medical and administrative forms (e.g. electronic or paper).

Monitoring and Controlling Resources:

Maintains an adequate,current, and secure inventory of health care supplies. Reports discrepancies in the inventory.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material:

Ensures that medicalequipment and designated work areas are kept clean andserviceable. Reports any maintenance problems or repairs made on equipment.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships:

Fostersteam work to ensure total care of patient/client and outsideentities. Communicating with

Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates:

Discussesthe patients comprehensive health plan with other staff to identifythe patients/clients needs. Communicating with

Persons Outside Organization:

Communicates withinternal and external entities.