CareWell Health Medical Center
Licensed Practical Nurse 3 Main
CareWell Health Medical Center, East Orange, New Jersey, us, 07017
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Job Summary The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) functions as part of the patient care team to achieve goals established for both the individual patient and the clinical service. The LPN assists the Physician, Registered Nurse (RN), Nurse Practitioner (NP) and Physicians Assistants (PA) in various aspects of medical treatment and testing. Responsibilities include reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e., damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors.
The LPN participates in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care based on the objectives, standards, and policies of practical nursing. The LPN works under the supervision and direction of a RN and/or Physician in a fast-paced environment primarily with observation status patients and overnight post‑op patient stays.
Essential Functions
Completion of admission history (no initial assessment)
Home medication reconciliation
Normal saline flushes
Environment of care checklist for SI patients
Fingerstick & insulin coverage
All PO, SQ, IM medications
Oxygen administration and titration per protocol
Skin/Wound dressing changes and treatments
Update Braden and Falls Risk assessment
Venipuncture for the purpose of obtaining blood specimens
Ordering specialty bed
V/S – TPR, BP, pulse ox
SCD
Feeding pumps
Lifting device
In an emergency ONLY: transcribes physicians’ orders in accordance with appropriate standards.
Maintains emergency equipment and supplies which are located in the nursing department.
Reports symptoms, reactions, and progress of patient to RN and appropriate action taken.
Assists patients any time need is apparent or as directed by the nurse or physician.
Assists with any procedures listed on Orientation Skills Checklist that have been taught through formal training or by registered nurse or physician, i.e., ECG, urine dip stick, peak flow.
Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids physician during treatment, examination, and testing of patients in accordance with nursing standards.
Follow-up on patients calls as directed by physician and/or RN.
Gives instructions to patients as instructed by physician, nurse practitioner and physician assistants regarding medications and treatment instructions.
Observes records and reports patient’s condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians and/or RN.
Documents nursing observation according to hospital policy.
Provides general nursing care to patients i.e., bathing, dressing, personal hygiene of patient.
Discontinue IV hep lock
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Minimum Education/Certifications
Relevant experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Valid NJ state license to practice practical nursing.
BLS required by American Heart Association (AHA).
IV phlebotomy certification (preferred)
Working Conditions Exposed to unpleasant odors, body waste, and communicable diseases. Encounters stress, emergencies, and death. On feet most of the day, lifts patients and moves heavy equipment. Interacts with family, visitors, health team members and other hospital personnel.
Seniority Level: Entry level | Employment Type: Full‑time | Job Function: Health Care Provider | Industries: Hospitals and Health Care.
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Licensed Practical Nurse 3 Main
role at
CareWell Health Medical Center .
Job Summary The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) functions as part of the patient care team to achieve goals established for both the individual patient and the clinical service. The LPN assists the Physician, Registered Nurse (RN), Nurse Practitioner (NP) and Physicians Assistants (PA) in various aspects of medical treatment and testing. Responsibilities include reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e., damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors.
The LPN participates in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care based on the objectives, standards, and policies of practical nursing. The LPN works under the supervision and direction of a RN and/or Physician in a fast-paced environment primarily with observation status patients and overnight post‑op patient stays.
Essential Functions
Completion of admission history (no initial assessment)
Home medication reconciliation
Normal saline flushes
Environment of care checklist for SI patients
Fingerstick & insulin coverage
All PO, SQ, IM medications
Oxygen administration and titration per protocol
Skin/Wound dressing changes and treatments
Update Braden and Falls Risk assessment
Venipuncture for the purpose of obtaining blood specimens
Ordering specialty bed
V/S – TPR, BP, pulse ox
SCD
Feeding pumps
Lifting device
In an emergency ONLY: transcribes physicians’ orders in accordance with appropriate standards.
Maintains emergency equipment and supplies which are located in the nursing department.
Reports symptoms, reactions, and progress of patient to RN and appropriate action taken.
Assists patients any time need is apparent or as directed by the nurse or physician.
Assists with any procedures listed on Orientation Skills Checklist that have been taught through formal training or by registered nurse or physician, i.e., ECG, urine dip stick, peak flow.
Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids physician during treatment, examination, and testing of patients in accordance with nursing standards.
Follow-up on patients calls as directed by physician and/or RN.
Gives instructions to patients as instructed by physician, nurse practitioner and physician assistants regarding medications and treatment instructions.
Observes records and reports patient’s condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians and/or RN.
Documents nursing observation according to hospital policy.
Provides general nursing care to patients i.e., bathing, dressing, personal hygiene of patient.
Discontinue IV hep lock
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Minimum Education/Certifications
Relevant experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Valid NJ state license to practice practical nursing.
BLS required by American Heart Association (AHA).
IV phlebotomy certification (preferred)
Working Conditions Exposed to unpleasant odors, body waste, and communicable diseases. Encounters stress, emergencies, and death. On feet most of the day, lifts patients and moves heavy equipment. Interacts with family, visitors, health team members and other hospital personnel.
Seniority Level: Entry level | Employment Type: Full‑time | Job Function: Health Care Provider | Industries: Hospitals and Health Care.
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