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Engage Staffing / WP Ventures, Inc. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - New Haven County in Bridgeport, Connecticut
JOB IS IN NEW HAVEN COUNTY
Provide basic medical attention to patients and assess their well-being as part of a larger medical team. Checking vital signs, record patients medical history and assist patients with hygiene. Licensed Practical Nurse duties and responsibilities
- Monitor patients vitals and record them in their file
- Maintain the cleanliness and comfort of each patient, including bathing, feeding, and dressing
- Assist nursing and medical staff with basic medical tasks, such as administering medication
- Update patient records in a confidential manner
- Evaluate the patients wellbeing, reporting any needs to medical staff
- Explain treatments and procedures to patients and families
- Change dressings and bandages, ensuring patients are healing properly
- Move patients from wheelchairs, beds, and gurneys
Licensed Practical Nurse skills and qualifications
- Strong communication skills
- Good time management and organization
- Problem-solving skills
- Ability to lift and move patients
- Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills
- Extensive knowledge of basic health care procedures
- Knowledge in measuring and administering medication
- Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time