LPN (Part-Time)- Assisted Living

Job Description

Job Description

Department : Assisted Living

Status : Part-Time

Days : Every other weekend (Night Shift- 10 : 30pm-6 : 30am) is required, and then some weekdays (which will be discussed during the interview)

Shift : Day and / or Evening Shift Availability

Rate : $25.00 / hour-$35.00 / hour

We are looking for a reliable LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) to care for residents in a long-term care facility in both a professional and considerate manner. You will work under the supervision of our Assisted Living Director in our Assisted Living Department. 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. We offer competitive shift differentials and excellent wages!

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 residents 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

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Ability to commute / relocate :

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