Licensed Practical Nurse

Company: Bridgeway
Location: Belleville
Posted on: November 12, 2021

Job Description:

The Opportunity

We're looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse, working in the Healthcare Systems & Services industry in St Louis, Missouri, United States.

• 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.

Experience Required for Your Success

• Must possess a current license as an LPN in the state in which the center is located.
• Must have at least 1 year bed side experience in Long Term Care setting for skilled nursing facilities.
• Point Click Care experience preferred.

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