Practical Nurse

Currently licensed as a practical nurse or holds a privilege to practice under the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). Performs BLS (Basic Life Support), CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), and other emergency responses. Provides health care support as directed by the immediate supervisor. Follows a prescribed health care plan or protocol. Takes the patient's vital signs. Identifies patient's allergies. Administers medication. Monitors side effects of medication. Observes the effectiveness of medications. Feeds the patient. Bathes the patient. Prepares the patient for laboratory tests. Obtains required lab specimens per protocol. Prepares specimens for transport to an outside laboratory. Performs other procedures per protocol. Provide consultation and advice to others: Educates patients/caregivers on how to maintain optimal health status. Demonstrates self-care such as dressing changes, self-examinations, activities of daily living (e.g., hygiene), and use of a...