Job Description

Compensation and Benefits for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

• Salary: $48/hr

• Paid orientation.

• Direct deposit available.

• Flexible Schedules – full time or part time available.

• Weekend Schedule available

Requirements of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

• Current LPN license and registration

• CPR certification

• Malpractice insurance

• Resume

• Physical

• MMR & Varicella titers

• PPD or proof of chest X ray if positive

• 1 Personal reference letter, 1 Professional reference letter

• Original Identification and Work Authorization Documents

• Sigma Care experience (computer system, patient information) a plus

• Long-term care experience a big plus, but new grads welcome as well!

Responsibilities for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

• 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