LVN
In the Desert
Palmdale , CA
03.2021 - still
- Provided wound care, including dressing changes and administering intravenous medications.
- Assisted physicians in examining and treating patients.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques after discharge from hospital or clinic.
- Assisted with the administration of injections and IV fluids to patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records documenting treatments, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any unusual findings to supervising physician or registered nurse.
- Administered prescribed medications under the direction of a physician or RN.
- Collected specimens for laboratory analysis; prepared specimens for transport to lab.
- Assisted with patient transfer activities utilizing appropriate equipment and safety measures.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments; documented assessments in medical record system.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Adhered to all applicable laws regarding confidentiality of protected health information.
