Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse at Together We Can Staffing Agency summary:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) administers medications and treatments according to medical care plans and under the supervision of a Charge Nurse. They monitor patient behavior, symptoms, and progress, communicating findings to nursing management. The LPN also ensures proper documentation and compliance with health regulations while coordinating medication orders with the pharmacy.

Essential Functions

The LPN is responsible for administration of all medications and treatments (except those specifically designated for an RN) during their shift, according to the established medical and nursing care plan. Works under the direction of the Head/Charge Nurse to provide optimum nursing care to all residents of the unit.

• Continuously evaluates behavior, symptoms, reactions and progress of residents and discusses findings with the Nurse Manager/Charge Nurse.

• Administers and documents all medications according to established policies and procedures, physician orders, and Department of Health regulations.

• Performs all treatments according to physician’s specific order and established policies and procedures.

• Discusses the need to discontinue or change medication for treatment with the Nurse Manager/ Charge Nurse.

• Orders prescribed medications, notifies pharmacy of discontinued medications: and ensures accuracy of medications and dosages when received from pharmacy.

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