JOB SUMMARY
Under direct supervision, provides practical nursing care.
PRIMARY DUTIES
1. Performs a variety of practical nursing procedures such as
administering prescribed medications, monitoring patient's vital
signs, obtaining specimens for laboratory testing, and assisting
with physical examinations.
2. Performs medical treatments such as changing dressings, cleansing
and/or irrigating wounds and incisions, catheterizations and
suctioning.
3. Observes patients for physical and emotional reactions to
medications and treatments, reporting any irregularities to
appropriate medical and/or nursing personnel.
4. Records patient's symptoms, reactions, and progress as well as
treatments performed, nursing care received and other data.
5. Provides health education information to patients and their
families.
6. Assists patients with activities such as ambulation, bathing,
feeding, and grooming.
7. Maintains proper inventories of supplies.
Note: The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a
representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of
this job. Incumbents perform other related duties assigned. Specific
duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Current licensure as a Practical Nurse by the Maryland State Board of
Nursing.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
General knowledge of patient care, treatment, planning, and
assessment; of the principles of aseptic techniques and infection
control including blood and body fluid precautions; of the
requirements for compliance with confidentiality of records and
communications regarding patients and clients. General knowledge of
and skill in administering medications, performing treatments, and
operating medical equipment. Ability to communicate effectively both
orally and in writing; to interact with the public, health care
providers, and agency representatives; to wear and work in personal
protective equipment.
OTHER: Except for qualifications established by law, additional
related experience and formal education in which one has gained the
knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the
work of the job class may be substituted for the education or
experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college
credits being equivalent to one year of experience.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries
and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job.
Employees in this job class must maintain current Practical Nurse
licensure and compliance with the Maryland Nurse Practice Act for
Licensed Practical Nurses. Employees in this job class may be subject
to pre-employment and random drug testing.