LVN/LPN / LVN/LPN / Alabama / Any / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Company: Adelphi Medical Staffing
Location: Atmore
Posted on: April 21, 2024
Job Description:
Summary:
- Ref #: C-LPN-
- Profession: Licensed Practical Nurse
- Job Type: Contract/Travel
- Location: Atmore, AL
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Schedule:, 2:30P-11P
- Rate: Travel: $1,776/40-hours; Local: $1,520/40-hours
Requirements:
- Valid and active Licensed Practical Nurse State license
- BLS certification Responsibilities: . Deliver direct nursing
care to patients, under the guidance of RNs or physicians,
encompassing tasks like medication administration, wound care, and
vital signs monitoring.
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, involving physical
exams, medical histories, and medication reviews, to craft
personalized care plans.
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments meticulously,
guaranteeing accurate dosing and adherence to established
protocols.
- Evaluate, clean, dress, and manage wounds, incisions, and
injuries while actively monitoring for infection or
complications.
- Continuously monitor and meticulously document patients' vital
signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and
respiration rates.
- Maintain detailed and precise patient records, recording
changes in their condition, administered treatments, and medication
management.
- Educate patients and their families on their medical
conditions, prescribed medications, and self-care practices, with a
focus on overall well-being.
- Administer and closely monitor intravenous (IV) medications and
fluids, ensuring proper insertion and functioning of IV lines.
- Provide care for patients with urinary catheters, including
insertion, routine maintenance, and diligent monitoring for
complications.
- Collect patient samples, such as blood, urine, and sputum, for
subsequent laboratory testing and analysis.
- Collaborate closely with the healthcare team, including RNs,
physicians, therapists, and support staff, to ensure seamless
patient care.
- Address patient comfort and safety requirements, including
positioning, mobility assistance, and pain management.
- Respond swiftly and effectively during medical emergencies,
adhering to established protocols and delivering basic life support
as necessary.
- Adhere rigorously to infection control procedures, encompassing
proper hand hygiene and utilization of personal protective
equipment (PPE) to prevent infections from spreading.
- Safely handle, store, and dispose of medications and medical
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