Licensed Practical Nurse

Key Responsibilities:

Administer oral, injectable, intravenous, and topical medications.
Evaluate complex patient conditions, monitor pain levels, and document treatment responses.
Apply advanced knowledge of vital sign monitoring to identify and record abnormalities in blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature.
Perform routine assessments to monitor patient health and ensure overall well-being.
Manage patient access to healthcare and connect individuals with community resources for medication administration, self-care techniques, and disease management.
Conduct medication reviews to identify potential side effects and drug interactions.
Develop and administer mental health assessments to screen for depression and evaluate mood, behavior, and cognitive function.
Accurately document patient medical history—including illnesses, medications, allergies, surgeries, and family history—using electronic health records.