Licensed practical nurse vs licensed practical nurse staff nurse

Differences between licensed practical nurse and licensed practical nurse staff nurse duties and responsibilities

Licensed practical nurse example responsibilities.

• Manage all operational aspects of the organizations open heart program while also serving in the role of APN.
• Manage patient pain relief and sedation by providing pharmacological and non-pharmacological intervention, monitor patient response and record care plans accordingly.
• Provide nursing care for med/surg patients in the transitional phase of recovery.
• Work up patients for the Dr, administer allergy testing, mix allergens.
• Perform emergency medical procedures, such as BLS, ACLS, and other condition stabilizing interventions.
• Drug screens, phlebotomy wind care education of safety practices communications with treatment facilities as indicated/.
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Licensed practical nurse staff nurse example responsibilities.

• Manage patient pain relief and sedation by providing pharmacological and non-pharmacological intervention, monitor patient response and record care plans accordingly.
• Perform a number of medical procedures, including temperature, pulse and blood pressure readings, TB testing and EKG's.
• Time management, and compassion for patients and their families
• Assist with treatment of emergency and priority patients, including the use of CPR, if necessary.
• Demonstrate ability to work as a team player and provide excellent care and compassion to residents.
• Assist patients with ADL's as needed, teach patients how to control their pain with and without medication.
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