Ongoing - LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Full Time
United Staffing Solutions, a leader in the healthcare staffing industry, is seeking reliable LPNs (Licensed Practical Nurses) for full-time, ongoing work in the Bronx. LPN professionals must be first and foremost qualified and compassionate.
Pay: $42/hr with weekly pay
Schedule: Shift - 8am to 4pm or 4pm to 12 or 12 to 8am
Responsibilities of the LPN:
- 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