Licensed Practical Nurse
Home Health Care 2000
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- Location
- New Orleans, LA
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Part time
- Posted
- Oct 2
- 17 days ago
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About the company
Home Health Care 2000
Hospital & health care · 11 to 50 employees
What you'll do
- 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
What you need
- Successful completion of an LPN license program is required.
- Home health and med surg experience are preferred, with 1 year listed for each; the role also requires physical condition and stamina.
Key skills
LPNmultidisciplinary teamhome healthsafety and sanitation standardsconfidentiality obligationsnursing best practicesmedical terminologyphysical condition and staminacommunication and interpersonal skillscompassionatehandle stress
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Perks
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Travel reimbursement
- Vision insurance
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Licensed Practical Nurse 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 home health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices Excellent knowledge of medical terminology Perfect physical condition and stamina Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Compassionate and able to handle stress Successful completion of LPN license program is a must Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Travel reimbursement Vision insurance Medical specialties: Home Health Schedule: 8 hour shift Weekend availability Experience: Home health: 1 year (Preferred) med surg: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: One location