Job Title

LPN

Essential Job Responsibilities/Expectations

Assists the physician in assessing the needs of patients based on data collected through history, observation, physical exam, telephone triage and analysis of diagnostic data:

• Performs direct patient care, i.e. triage, assessment, procedures, treatments, patient education, discharge and follow-up instructions. Prepares patient to be seen by physician.
• Formulates the initial database by systematically collecting pertinent information through communication with patient and family, observation, and objective evaluation. This includes vital signs, history, and chief complaint, and documentation of all relevant information in the patient's chart.
• Records database in patient's medical record as appropriate.
• Performs specialized tests such as audiometry, electrocardiography, inhalation treatments, and selected laboratory procedures as needed in practice.
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