Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) The Loft of Peoria Peoria, IL Job Details Part-time | Full-time $37 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Patient comfort Medication administration Patient monitoring Sample preparation Intake Patient assessment ECG equipment Diagnostic evaluation Collecting samples for laboratory testing Wound care LPN Patient interaction Patient charting Entry level Patient observation Full Job Description Licensed Practical Nurse Job duties: Plans and manages patient care according to each patient's needs. Interviews patients and records their medical history and physical condition. Obtains patient vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration. Provides routine care for patients. Observes patients' health. Reviews medical charts. Accompanies patients to their rooms. Assists physicians and registered nurses. Communicates with patients and their families. Performs standard diagnostic procedures including EKG, phlebotomy, venipuncture, PFT, and Doppler. Prepares specimens for lab courier. Administers medications. Provides wound care. Prepares and administers injections and/or enemas. Assists with patient comfort. Monitors catheters.

Qualifications:

LPN license or recent graduate