Licensed Practical Nurse LPN
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$1260 - $1500 per week |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Aurora, Colorado |
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Job Description
Job Description
Benefits/Perks
- Competitive Compensation
- Great Work Environment
- Career Advancement Opportunities
Job Summary
We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse LPN in Arvada/Broomfield/Westminster /Lakewood area to join our team! As an Licensed Practical Nurse LPN you will be meeting with several patients in a day, discussing their treatment needs and ultimate goals. You will also work closely with the RN, Doctors or members of their health team to arrange follow-up care, help educate patients on lifestyle changes they may need, and provide a positive, affirming presence in their lives. The ideal candidate has a compassionate style of care, has strong communication and interpersonal skills, and is comfortable handling multiple different cases at a time.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Registered Nurse in carrying out the plan of care.
- Assist the Registered Nurse in performing specialized procedures, as directed, by the Registered Nurse under physician's orders.
- Assist with the preparation, implementation, and continuing evaluation of the patient care plan.
- Recognize, and understand, the effects of social and economic problems upon patients and provides for the emotional and physical comfort and safety of patients.
- Help teach the patient the appropriate self-care techniques.
- Foster cooperative effort, among personnel, by understanding the functions of other persons involved in patient care and by active participation in team and staff conferences.
- Assume responsibility for personal and vocational growth and development, through active participation in nursing organizations and participating in in-service programs and other on the job learning.
- Prepare clinical and progress notes (not to include admission).
- Observe, record, and report, to the appropriate person, patient symptoms, reactions, and changes including:
- The general physical and mental condition of patients and signs and symptoms, which may be indicative of changes in condition.
- Stresses in human relationships, between the patients and staff personnel, and between patients and their families and visitors.
- Assist with the rehabilitation of patients, according to the medical care plan, by encouraging the interests and special aptitudes of the patient and encouraging patients to help themselves using their own capabilities.
- Further assist, in rehabilitation, by reporting any abnormality in the patient’s range of motion, body mechanics, or body alignment.
- Actively participate in nursing organizations; promote, and participate in, in-service programs.
Qualifications
- Must hold the required state license for occupational therapy
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Good attention to detail
- The ability to stay positive and compassionate over a long period of time with patients
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