RN/LPN Treatment Nurse - DSL

Full job description

We are looking for a reliable RN/LPN-Treatment Nurse to care for invalids and injured people in a professional and considerate manner. You will work under the supervision of a registered nurse or doctor. RN/LPN-Treatment professionals must be first and foremost qualified and compassionate. The ideal candidate will be experienced in providing diverse basic care to those who need it while remaining patient and calm. It is a demanding job but also very rewarding

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

• Proven experience as RN/LPN -Treatment or similar role

• Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team

• Familiarity with hospital health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures

• Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices

• Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology

• Good knowledge of MS Office and data entry

• Perfect physical condition and stamina

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Compassionate and able to handle stress

• Successful completion of RN/LPN license program is a must

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Physical setting:

• Long term care

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday