LPN

Job Brief

A licensed practical nurse is a professional who plans, manages and coordinates patient care according each person’s needs. They interview patients, record their medical history, and take vital signs.

Job Description

• ● 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

Job 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