Adelphi is looking to recruit a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work at an institution of higher learning in Charleston South Carolina. The LPN will attend to a student population of Young Adults to Middle Age Adults.
Job Quick Facts:
ID: LPNBD15403
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Job Type: Contract
Location: CharlestonSC
Coverage Type: On site
Contract Length: 9.30.2024 10.31.2024
Facility Types: School
Shift Schedule: 8am5pm Mon Fri
Pay Rate: $35 p/hr
Requirements:
LPN Licensure in South Carolina
Graduation from an accredited LPN program.
Basic life support (BLS) certification (required in many healthcare settings).
Strong communication and organizational ss.
Ability to work under the supervision of an RN or physician.
Responsibilities:
ists the doctor / registered nurse in a variety of complex or highly sed paraprofessional nursing tasks
Monitor and record patients vital signs and administer medications and injections.
ist with personal hygiene tasks wound care and dressing changes.
Observe and report changes in patients conditions to the supervising nurse or physician.
Support the implementation of patient care plans and collect lab samples.
ist in minor medical procedures and prepare medical equipment.
Maintain accurate patient records updating charts with observations and treatments.
Communicate with patients and families about healthcare needs and collaborate with the healthcare team.
Adhere to healthcare regulations and maintain knowledge of nursing standards in South Carolina.