Travel LPN / LVN - Long-Term Care - $40 to $42 per hour in Greenville, NC

Licensed Practical / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN / LVN) | Long-Term Care
Location: Greenville, NC
Agency: 22nd Century Healthcare, Inc.
Pay: $40 to $42 per hour
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 6 Months
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Duration: 6 Months to Long-term

Shift: 1st shift, 6.45 am- 19:15 pm

Description:
• 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

Requirements

Requirements and skills:
• Proven experience as LPN 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

22nd Century Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer" and “US Citizens & all other parties authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply." All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.