Licensed Practical Nurse – Complete Comfort ID Residential – Perkiomenville, PA

LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Job Description

LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
We are looking for a reliable LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) to care for IDD individuals in a Home Healthcare professional and considerate manner. You will work under the instruction and supervision of a registered nurse/Director Of Nursing. LPN professionals must be first and foremost qualified and compassionate. The ideal candidate will be experienced in providing diverse care under Pennsylvania’s Nursing Scope of practice to those who need it while remaining patient and calm. It is a demanding job but also very rewarding. The individual is seeking Female Nursing Staff.

Responsibilities

· Administer medication & Perform ADL’s

· Monitor vital signs

· Assess for any physical illnesses

· Educate residents on healthy living and medication compliance

· 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

· 2years experience as an LPN and Experience with Individuals with ID

· 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

COVID-19 precautions

Remote interview process
Personal protective equipment provided or required
Social distancing guidelines in place
Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Applicant Qualifications
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What is the highest level of education you have completed?
How many years of Medication Administration experience do you have?
How many years of Nursing experience do you have?
Please list 2-3 dates and time ranges that you could do an interview.
Do you have a valid LVN?
Do you have a valid LPN?

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00 – $27.60 per hour

COVID-19 considerations:
All Staff Required to wear PPE provided by the agency. All staff must be Vaccinated and follow Covid-19 Policies and Procedures including temperature checks.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00 – $27.60 per hour

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