INNOVATIVE LIFE HEALTHCARE LLC
Location
Washington, District of Columbia
The Licensed Practical Nurse will be responsible for recording patient medical history, taking vital signs, observing patient progress, and assisting patients with daily activities like eating and bathing. Key duties also include administering prescribed medications, cleaning wounds, and collecting lab samples under supervision.
Candidates must be qualified and compassionate LPNs experienced in providing diverse basic care while remaining patient and calm. Essential requirements include successful completion of an LPN license program, with LVN and BLS certifications being preferred.
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 Successful completion of LPN license program is a must
Requirements: License/Certification: LVN (Preferred) BLS Certification (Preferred) LPN Certification (Required)