Licensed Practiced Nurse Job Chicago area,Illinois USA,Nursing

Licensed Practiced Nurse

Job Category:
Nursing

Requisition Number: LICEN
004090

Full-Time On-site Chicago, IL 60622, USA

Description

Essential Duties and 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

Requirements:

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

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