The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a valuable member of the healthcare team who provides essential nursing care and support to patients under the supervision of registered nurses or physicians. LPNs play a critical role in delivering high-quality patient care by performing various clinical and administrative. Their primary focus is to ensure the well-being and comfort of patients while maintaining accurate records and collaborating effectively with the healthcare team.
Duties & Responsibilities:• Assist in performing patient assessments, including measuring vital signs, collecting patient history, and documenting observations.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic health records (EHR) of patient information, interventions, and outcomes.
• Communicate patient status and changes to the registered nurse or physician.
• Administer oral, topical, and injectable medications as ordered by healthcare providers.
• Monitor patients for adverse reactions to medications and report any concerns promptly.
• Work closely with registered nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Communicate effectively within the healthcare team to ensure a comprehensive approach to patient needs.
• Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and mobility.
• Monitor patient safety and intervene to prevent falls, injuries, or other hazards.
Requirements:Graduation from an accredited nursing program
More than six months job-related experience or equivalent is required
RI licensure required
About Us:
Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.
:Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.
EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status
Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.