Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
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Job Role: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess and monitor patients' health status, including vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, height, and weight.
- Plan, implement, evaluate, and document practical nursing care.
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient health records for referral and continuity of care.
- Administer prescribed medications and monitor patients for adverse reactions.
- Prepare and administer injections and enemas as prescribed.
- Perform routine tests such as Random Blood Sugar (RBS) and accurately record food and fluid intake and output.
- Assist Physicians and Registered Nurses with tests and medical procedures.
- Educate family members regarding routine procedures and appropriate patient care.
- Maintain professional, ethical, and patient-centred nursing practices.
Requirements
- Diploma in Practical Nursing – 2 years after high school or equivalent qualification.
- Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
- Valid nursing license preferred.
- DataFlow required.
- Prometric is not required.
- Candidates are preferably not more than 40 years of age.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and patient-care skills.
- Ability to work independently within the scope of practical nursing practice and collaborate effectively with RNs and Physicians.