Licensed Practical Nurse

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing basic medical attention to patients and assessing their wellbeing as part of a larger medical team. They have the following responsibilities.

Monitor patientâ s vitals and record them in their file

Maintain the cleanliness and comfort of each patient, including bathing, feeding and dressing

Assist nursing and medical staff with basic medical tasks, such as administering medication

Update patient records in a confidential manner

Evaluate the patientâ s wellbeing, reporting any needs to medical staff

Explain treatments and procedures to patients and families

Change dressings and bandages, ensuring patients are healing properly

Move patients from wheelchairs, beds and gurneys