LPN Nurse Job Description
LPN nurse
provides care appropriate to the ages of the patients served as identified by the assigned nursing unit.
LPN Nurse Duties & Responsibilities
To write an effective LPN nurse job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included LPN nurse job description templates that you can modify and use.
Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Provide regular resident stats updates to appropriate personnel
Supervise Nurse Techs
Supervise CNA Participate in CNA evaluations
Recommends preventative and corrective measures, proposes and communicates accommodation suggestions as needed
Verify patient information by interviewing patient, recording medical history and confirming purpose of visit
Secure patient information
Maintain patient confidences by completing and safeguarding medical records
Follow all allergy department protocols in conducting allergy testing on patients
Prepare allergy serums and vials for patients
Educate and explain procedures to patients
LPN Nurse Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for LPN Nurse
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: CPR, BLS, LPN, RN, CHT, BONENT, IV, COHN
Education for LPN Nurse
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the LPN nurse job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Associate and High School Degree in Nursing, Supervision, Health Care, Healthcare, Associates, School of Nursing, Graduate, Patient Care, Medical Assisting, Education
Skills for LPN Nurse
Desired skills for LPN nurse include:
Dementia care
Nursing practices
Assessment range of treatment
Care of patients appropriate to the ages of patients served
Federal and state and local regulations
Good assessment skills
Human growth and development
Techniques and methods applied to heath and wellness resident care
Medical management process
Laws
Desired experience for LPN nurse includes:
First Aid/CPR Instructor Certified preferred
Experience training adults preferred
Obtain and document patient vitals, conditions and reactions to treatments
Oversee preparation of exam rooms, utilizing sterilization techniques
Maintain inventory of medical supplies, educational materials, pharmaceutical supplies and samples
Graduate of and accredited Nursing School Program
LPN Nurse Examples
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LPN Nurse Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is looking to fill the role of LPN nurse. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for LPN nurse
- The Residential Licensed Practical Nurse demonstrates performance consistent with the professional standards of practice, care and performance, and the Nurse Practice Act
- Administer immunizations / vaccinations
- Assist physician in every facet of patient care
- Triage procedures
- Treat acute, chronic and complex disease management and promote wellness and illness prevention through direct member care for all ages as directed by a provider within the scope of licensure
- Take member vitals, input member symptoms into an electronic medical record, collect laboratory specimens and administer immunization/shots within the scope of licensure
- Communicate medical knowledge in lay-person terms to enhance patient education and understanding of acute, chronic and progressive disease processes
- Schedule follow-up appointments, referrals, and diagnostic testing and obtain member records to ensure the continuity of care
- Follow established policies and procedures to work in clinic environment involving possible exposure to potentially hazardous materials and situations that require safety precautions and may include use of personnel protective equipment
- Conduct assessments, implement health care plans and respond to changes in the medical conditions for the clients we serve
Qualifications for LPN nurse
- Ability to understand Patient needs and how best to educate and reassure them
- Must have advanced knowledge in field of practice
- Must hold and maintain a current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in practicing state
- Other education
- Handles
- Must have two (2) years' case mix/MMQ experience in MA
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LPN Nurse Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is looking for a LPN nurse. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for LPN nurse
- Provide assistance, oversight and training of all staff to ensure the implementation of all services
- Monitors and ensures physicians orders are documented and carried out as prescribe
- Participates in ID team meetings
- Consults with physicians, consultants and other clinical and medical professionals regarding individual psychological and medical plans and treatments under the guidance of the Chief Community Living Officer and clinical supervision of RN
- Manages orders for medications, medication storage, medical supplies and equipment for individuals within the ICFIID program
- Develops and implements medical protocols and tracking charts with RN
- Assists with the planning and organizing of staff orientation and in-service training for Direct Support Professionals and other agency staff
- Administers individual medications when needed
- Maintains valid Virginia driver’s license and insurable under VersAbility Resources, inc. , auto insurance
- Participates in an on-call schedule
Qualifications for LPN nurse
- LPN License - NH State or other Compact State
- LPN License - NH State or other Compact State (Can consider RN)
- Working knowledge of psychotropic medication
- Exercise judgment and decision making skills
- Ability to forge mutually respectful partnership with persons and families served to help clients gain skills and confidence
- Ability to work with non-clinical staff
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LPN Nurse Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is looking for a LPN nurse. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for LPN nurse
- Perform nursing processes and support services
- Assist with activities associated in onboarding new facilities such as collection of resident information and medical records
- Makes physical rounds in assigned area to evaluate care and interact with care givers and patients/residents
- Provides direct care in line with the responsibilities of a nurse, evaluating conditions, communicating and carrying out nursing functions according to the needs of the patients
- Accurately documents patient/resident condition including evaluations, communication and care provided
- May provide direct care including medication pass, nursing care, documentation and treatments
- Evaluates performance of nursing assistants and trained medication aides
- May responds and coordinates actions in emergency situations
- You provide education through in-services to facility staff on different types of therapy, pumps and equipment
- You may lead and approve Continuing Education (CE) offerings
Qualifications for LPN nurse
- Ability to recognize and effectively respond to cultural differences of residents
- Must be licensed as a LPN or RN in the State of NE, or a neighboring compact state
- Good written and oral communication skills human relation skills
- Knowledge of OPWDD, DOH, or OMH state and federal regulations
- LPN / RN License - NH State or other Compact State
- Minimum two (2) years nursing experience
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LPN Nurse Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is hiring for a LPN nurse. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for LPN nurse
- You conduct Medication Pass and storage/cart reviews
- You assume scheduled on call
- Involved in customer service and marketing services provided by the pharmacy
- Assist RN and/or health care provider in treatment of student walk-ins, first aid treatment and urgent health concern(s)
- Provide care to students following care plan per RN or health care provider
- Schedule and track follow-up appointments and referrals off center
- Administers prescription medications as ordered by the doctor
- Relate health and wellness to students by one-on-one teaching and by setting a positive example
- Maintain prescription inventory, follow-up with supply orders and screen for expiration dates
- Maintain a supply of common non-prescription medications and issue to instructors, residential and recreation staff
Qualifications for LPN nurse
- Minimum one (1) year hospice experience, preferred
- Must have valid driver's license and 24-hour access to a motor vehicle and maintain personal auto liability insurance coverage
- Current Active license to practice nursing in Pennsylvania
- Ability to work 1st shift hours and occasional weekends
- Demonstrate strong computer/technical skills and capabilities
- Background in Emergency, Orthopedics, surgery, and /or case management preferred
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LPN Nurse Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is looking for a LPN nurse. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for LPN nurse
- Must be willing to become BLS/CPR Instructor certified
- Promotes a safe and secure environment
- Maintain reports of patients medical histories and monitoring changes in their condition
- Consult and coordinate with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plan
- Taking patient samples, pulses, temperatures and blood pressure
- Provide emotional support to patients and caregivers
- Assist Physician and ARNP’s in treating patients, if necessary
- Answer phone calls, enter data into computer system, and perform any other specific tasks requested by supervisor
- Assist with other duties and responsibilities as assigned
- Responsible for all aspects of food safety and quality
Qualifications for LPN nurse
- Ability to meet medical needs of individuals
- Ability to meet psychological needs of individuals
- Knowledge of industry best practices/standards
- Knowledge of clinical resources
- Knowledge of LPN body of knowledge
- Knowledge of medical resources