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LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

Cedar Park Group

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

Syracuse, NY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Cedar Park Med is currently seeking a reliable Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to care for patients in a professional and considerate manner. You will work under the supervision of a registered nurse or doctor.

    Pay is based on experience.

    Shifts - full and part time available.

    JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Provide general nursing care to patients for medical and health-related issues
    • Record patient's medical history, all pre-treatment formalities and accurately enter data in the computer system.
    • Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate, etc.
    • Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications, etc.
    • Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas, etc., clean and dress wounds and help with other basic medical care tasks
    • Collect samples for lab testing as assigned
    • Provide emotional and psychological support when needed
    • Communicate with clinical staff regarding client's medical concerns
    • Communicate with patients' family or friends to give advice, comfort and release instructions
    • Perform other duties as requested

     

    REQUIREMENTS:

    • Experience as LPN or similar role
    • 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
    • Successful completion of LPN license program is a must The ideal candidate is experienced in providing different basic care needs to those who require it, while remaining patient, calm, and kind.