Licensed Nurse Practitioner at Healthcare Staffing. Inc in Atlanta, GA

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Responsible for the performance of basic nursing duties which include but are not limited to: intake / admission assessments, medication administration, sick call, the execution of physician orders and assisting the physician in examinations and treatment of inmates COVID-19

Job Requirements

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