- Assists in the physical examination of clients; takes and records temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood
- Examines client's eyes, ears, teeth, and bodies regularly to determine whether proper hygiene is carried out by
- Administers first aid to clients in instances of sudden illness or accident until Registered Nurse or a physician
- Charts client care and treatment measures on the appropriate forms.
- Administers treatments under physician's orders.
- Assists with the set up of equipment used for oxygen therapy.
- Assists a Registered Professional Nurse in preoperative and post-operative care and specialized psychiatric treatment and treatments associated with developmentally disabled clients.
- Assists in the use of Foley catheters, colostomy irrigations and douches, tube feedings, and application of
- Assists clients with braces and prosthetic devices.
- Performs prescribed isolation techniques.
- Dispenses medication as indicated; measures and administers liquid medication by mouth provided that no
- Prepares and administers medication, including insulin, by subcutaneous hypodermic and intramuscular
- Applies external medications to clients such as salves, ointments, and powders as specifically directed by a
- Evaluates, on a continuing basis, the therapeutic value or the side effects of medications on clients.
- Accurately records individual dosages of medication administered.
- Observes clients closely for reaction to drugs, treatment, any other unusual conditions such as physical and/or emotional problems, and reports adverse reactions or problems to immediate supervisor.
- When instructed, administers prescribed medications orally and observes clients to ensure that they take their medication.
- Accounts for narcotics, barbiturates, and other accountable drugs before and after each shift.
- Counsels clients concerning their medications by utilizing medication fact sheets.
- May perform routine assigned nursing procedures, such as bathing, dressing and feeding clients; making beds and helps clients into and out of bed.
- Obtains client temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiration, height and weight, and records results on client chart.
- Reports changes in temperature, pulse, respiration, and other client conditions to a Registered Professional Nurse or a physician.
- Collects urine, sputum, and other specimens from clients and labels containers to forward for laboratory analysis.
- Gathers information for the preparation of inventory records, such as amounts of drugs, medical and other supplies.
- Positions clients according to prescribed practices and the nursing care plan, and assists clients with simple exercises.
- Notifies the physician or supervisor as to any new condition of the client requiring medical attention.
- Requisitions, maintains, and accounts for medical supplies, tools, and equipment which must be kept ready for use within the treatment room of a resident living unit.
- Acts as a liaison between nonprofessional resident care personnel and medical and professional nursing staff regarding medication changes and clients symptoms or behavior changes.
- May instruct nonprofessional resident care personnel on their medically related job duties and follows up on their performance periodically.
- Assists with the admission, discharge, and transfer of clients.
- Interprets visitation rules and regulations to other staff, residents, members of clients' families, and visitors.
- Maintains accurate medical records within the scope of practice for a LPN.
- Contributes as a member of the health care team in the determination of treatment goals and participates and involves client in goal planning sessions.
- May teach client education classes in areas of physical health care, good grooming and hygiene, and personal appearance.
- Assists Registered Professional Nurse in carrying out other delegated work.
- Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
- Knowledge of practical nursing skills and techniques and their application to nursing care and treatment.
- Knowledge of first aid methods and techniques.
- Knowledge of immunization and TB testing methods, and other medical and laboratory procedures within the
- Knowledge of the problems involved in providing care for the mentally ill, developmentally disabled, drug
- Knowledge of anatomy and normal healthy functioning of the human body.
- Knowledge of medications and their side effects; and the use of medication fact sheets.
- Knowledge of the symptoms, behavior changes, or other indications of the positive and/or negative effects of
- Knowledge of the physical, mental, and emotional needs of the mentally ill, developmentally disabled, drug
- Knowledge of therapeutic interventions such as remotivation techniques, activity of daily living programs, and
- Ability to read and interpret laws, rules and regulations and apply them to specific situations.
- Ability to organize assigned practical nursing work and develop appropriate work methods.
- Ability to assist, counsel, and instruct clients in areas relating to personal care and hygiene.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with physicians, Registered Professional
- Ability to communicate client-related information between physicians or professional nursing staff and
- Ability to assign and instruct Human Services Assistants, Cottage Training Technicians, Human Services
- Ability to perform all types of practical nursing work under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse.
- Ability to carry out preoperative and postoperative procedures.
- Ability to maintain accurate medical records.
- Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by
- Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this
- Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of
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Description
Under direction of a Registered Professional Nurse in a health care facility, performs the duties required to care for clients; carries out medical orders prescribed by a licensed physician that require an understanding of elementary nursing, but not the professional service outlined in the definition of professional nursing; does related work as required.
Note:
The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
Requirements
License
Possession of a valid registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in New Jersey. Persons who possess the registration by waiver must have satisfactorily completed an approved refresher program.
Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
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Knowledge and Abilities:
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