General Practice Job at Defense Health Agency Medical Civilian Corps in Bethesda, MD

As an License Practical Nurse/Vocational Nurse you will:- Obtain information from patient and/or family to identify major complaints, symptoms, or reason for seeking health care. - Take vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, pain level, height, weight, measurement of head circumference and length). - Provide individualized nursing care to patients based upon the physician's medical plan, the nursing assessment and the physical, mental and emotional needs of the patient. - Assist the Credentialed Provider with various examinations and diagnostic procedures. - Set up and maintain a sterile field - Observe, record, and report changes in behavior of patients. - Enter data related to the record of patients in computer systems; i.e., electronic medical records. - Performs Other Duties as Assigned