LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)- Operating Room

Job Description

Title: LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)- Operating Room

Responsibilities:

Evaluates assigned patients and plans, implements and documents nursing care

Assists physicians during examinations and procedures

Performs various patient tests and administers medications within the scope of practice of the registered nurse

Promotes patients' independence by establishing patient care goals and teaching patients and families to understand conditions, medications, and self-care skills

Relies on experience and judgment to perform a variety of tasks and accomplish goals

Requirements:

Recognizes life threatening arrhythmias and initiates appropriate therapy and/or assures assistance.

Able to read and interpret Tele strips independently

Must have excellent time management skills

Use of electronic based charting systems.

EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

Licensure required

ACLS required

BLS Required

Minimum One-year nursing experience preferred

Vaccination Card Required