Practical Nurse

Overview

Patient Care

• + Provide direct bedside nursing care to assigned patients under RN supervision.
• + Monitor and record vital signs, intake/output, pain scores, and patient observations.
• + Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) including hygiene, feeding, mobility, and elimination.
• + Assist in patient admission, transfer, and discharge processes.
• + Observe patient condition and promptly report changes to the RN or physician.
• + Maintain patient comfort, dignity, privacy, and safety at all times.

Clinical Support

• + Assist RNs and physicians during procedures and treatments.
• + Perform non-invasive nursing procedures as per hospital policy and scope of practice.
• + Collect specimens and transport them as required.
• + Prepare patients for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• + Ensure proper functioning and cleanliness of patient care equipment.

Medication & Treatment Support

• + Assist with medication preparation and administration as permitted by regulatory scope and hospital policy.
• + Ensure accurate documentation of treatments and nursing care provided.
• + Monitor patients for adverse reactions and report immediately.

Documentation

• + Document nursing care, observations, and patient responses accurately in the medical record.
• + Maintain confidentiality of patient information.
• + Complete required nursing checklists, forms, and reports.

Infection Control & Safety

• + Follow infection prevention and control guidelines.
• + Adhere to hand hygiene and isolation precautions.
• + Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient environment.
• + Report incidents, hazards, and equipment malfunctions promptly.

Communication & Teamwork

• + Communicate effectively with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• + Participate in shift handovers and nursing huddles.
• + Support teamwork and collaborate with healthcare staff to ensure continuity of care.

Quality & Professional Development

• + Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
• + Attend mandatory trainings, competency assessments, and educational programs.
• + Maintain professional conduct and ethical nursing practice.

Qualifications

• + Diploma in Nursing / Practical Nursing (minimum 3 years).
• + Valid DOH Practical Nurse license/
• + Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• + Previous inpatient or hospital experience preferred.