The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN) provides nursing care and teaching to patients and families. He/She also functions as an Assistant to the physician and Registered Professional Nurse and is supervised by the RN.

Qualifications

Graduate of an approved program of practical/vocational Nursing

Licensed as a licensed graduate Practical Nurse in the state where practicing

One (1) year of experience as a nurse

Responsibilities

Participates in the planning and coordination of total patients care in conjunction with the RN, facility policies and the physician's Plan of Care

Follows the nursing care plan for each assigned patients

Observes the patients; evaluates the care of the patients; applies his/her knowledge of nursing skills to the patients to whom he/she is assigned

Accurately reports and records the patients condition and care, including signs and symptoms which may be indicative of change

Prepares clinical/progress notes on the day of the visit and incorporates it in the clinical record weekly; prepares summaries in cooperation with the RN supervisor.

Assists the patients with the activities of daily living while teaching appropriate self-care techniques

Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patients

Provides optimum physical and emotional environment

Assists the physician and Registered Nurse in complex nursing situations and performing specialized procedures

Prepares equipment and materials for treatments observing aseptic technique as required

Participates in case conference, in-service, and other programs and meetings as needed

Performs within limits of preparation and experience

Confirm, on a weekly basis, the scheduling of visits with the nurse to coordinate necessary visits with other personnel

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