Licensed Vocational Nurse Job Description Template
Job Overview
Come work at Example Co., a leading firm in our industry in the metro area. We're pleased to have a 4.0 Glassdoor rating. We are looking to hire an experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse to help us keep growing. If you're hard-working and dedicated, Example Co. is an ideal place to get ahead. Apply today!
Responsibilities for Licensed Vocational Nurse
- Perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors
- Participate in daily controlled substance count
- Sterilize packages and autoclaves instruments, using proper sterilization protocols
- Effectively label and process patient specimens as needed, including tracking specimens in appropriate logs
- Communicate with patients' family or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructions
- Effectively carry out medical and surgical asepsis during treatments and special procedures
- Administer injections, prescribed medications and clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks
- Demonstrate appropriate hand washing technique to ensure proper infection control and follows universal precautions
Qualifications for Licensed Vocational Nurse
- 2+ years' nursing experience
- Valid CPR certification
- Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care according to individual needs
- Outstanding knowledge of medical terminology
- Current LPN license in the state
- Excellent staff training and customer service skills
- Exceptional physical condition and stamina
- Deep understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
- Compassionate and friendly demeanor
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