Summary: The Licensed Practical Nurse under the direction of a Registered Nurse (charge nurse) provide nursing care to patients. Takes patient vital signs, assists with procedures/examinations, administers medication that are not in an emergent situation, assists patients with activities of daily living, instructs patients and their families in appropriate care.

Collaborates with the professional registered nurse and assesses patient response to treatment. Provides input into the development of the nursing careplan and support and reinforces teaching done by the registered nurse. All care is delivered and adherence to established procedures with accurate documentation on all prescribed forms of the care provided. Care is delivered in compliance with hospital policies, procedures, legal and regulatory standards. The LPN is able to prioritize work and recognize abnormalities through patient observation which are reportable to the RN. Consistent demonstration of all necessary co...