This position requires a licensed practical nurse with excellent communication and organization skills as well as attention to detail. Other duties include but are not limited to the following:
* Monitor patient health and administer basic care utilizing the nursing process in assessing, planning and carrying out care plan objectives and goals.
* Provide for the basis comfort of patient, implement nursing interventions identified in the plan of care that is individualized to their needs.
* Discuss the care provided with patient and listen to their concerns. Report status changes and concerns to Registered Nurses and Doctors.
* Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patient, visitors, coworkers and others involved in the patient's treatment in an effective manner.
* Accurately administer and safely deliver medications per ordered note, document medication administration and reflect accurate count of controlled substance medication administration on required documents.
* Responsible for thorough, accurate reporting and documentation of the patient symptoms, responses and progress.