Licensed Practical Nurse

Company: Bridgeway
Location: Akron
Posted on: September 16, 2021

Job Description:

The Opportunity

We're looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse, working in the Healthcare Systems & Services industry in Akron, Ohio, United States.

• 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.

Our Client

Our client is a multistate provider of short-term rehabilitation and assisted living to end-of-life hospice care. Actively delivering high-quality services with compassionate medical experts and caregivers.Is your passion recuperation? Caring for our elders including those with Alzheimer’s and dementia? Hospice, palliative or respite care?Find your passion in your work. With empathy. Principle. Purpose. Pride. Join a team of like-minded professionals. Diverse professionals on the same path. Guided by strong leaders focused on service. Committed to providing person-centered care. Make your work your mission.Your path has led you here. Let us help you with your next step. Helping others with theirs.

Experience Required for Your Success

• Must possess a current license as an LPN in the state where the center is located.
• Long Term Care experience preferred.

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