CCI is currently seeking a Travel Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a 13-week contract opportunity in Lexington Park, MD. One year of experience required. ASAP STARTS!!!
$1480 - $1520 net weekly take home / $5920 net monthly
Day shift nurse needed!!
Must work 3 - 12's every week (every other weekend req'd)
Position Summary:
LTC (Geriatric) Nurses provide direct and individualized nursing care to older patients based on the application of scientific nursing principles, under direct supervision of a RN or Physician in a LTC Facility.
Responsibilities Include:
Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans
Prepares and administers (orally, subcutaneously, through an IV) and records prescribed medications.
Records patients’ medical information and vital signs
Assesses the patients’ ability to do routine daily tasks
Assists patients with such basic needs as dressing, eating, and bathing, and encourages patients to do things for themselves to retain feelings of independence and self-esteem
Promotes the desirability of quality end-of-life care for older adults
Involves, educates, and when appropriate, supervises family/significant others in implementing best practices for older adults
SNF nurses care for the physical and psychosocial needs of patients. They focus on maximizing patients’ functional abilities, as well as promoting, maintaining and restoring their physical and mental health.
*Because patients need round-the-clock care, working hours include days, nights, weekends and holidays.
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