Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at United Staffing Solutions
New York, NY
About the Job
United Staffing Solutions, a leader in the healthcare staffing industry, is seeking reliable LPNs (Licensed Practical Nurses) for full-time, ongoing work. LPN professionals must be first and foremost qualified and compassionate. The LPN will report to the main office located in Midtown Manhattan, but the position if for house calls, therefore you will be going to different locations on a daily basis.
Pay: $42/hr with weekly pay
Schedule: 9 am-5 pm
Responsibilities of the LPN:
- 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