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BrightStar Care Licensed Practical Nurse in Kensington, Maryland
BrightStar Care of Montgomery is looking for compassionate and reliable LPN's to serve our clients in Prince Georges and Montgomery Counties. The ideal candidate will have exceptional communication skills and is proactive regarding patients care. We are looking for someone who has experience providing skilled nursing in a home homecare setting and is able to remain patient and calm in stressful/difficult situations. Training is provided by the nurse handling the cases. We believe that caring is more than just a job, it’s a way of life. That’s why our employees mean so much to the people, families, and organizations they care for. Join the best and brightest in the industry and deliver personal and powerful care. Schedule: Both Day and Night shifts are available. Pick the shifts based on your availability! Start Date: Flexible based on your preferred timeline! Responsibilities: * Record a patient’s medical history accurately. * Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc. * Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc. * Monitor patients’ condition including fluid intake and output and compose patient charts. * Assist ailing patients in daily necessary activities such as eating, bathing etc. * Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks. * Provide emotional and psychological support when needed. * Communicate with patients’ family to provide advice, comfort and release instructions. Skills: * Proven experience as LPN or similar role * Familiarity with health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures * Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices * Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Compassionate and able to handle stress Apply today for immediate consideration! We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.