Licensed Practical Nurse

6 days ago


Crescent City, California, United States Dependable Staffing Agency CA Full time
Job Description

Dependable Staffing Agency CA is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) to provide high-quality healthcare services to our California community. Our focus is on providing fully trained and qualified health professionals to meet the staffing needs of hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, adult family homes, adult day care centers, and state corrections.

Requirements:

Twelve (12) continuous months of experience within the last three (3) years rendering direct patient care in public or private institutions. Clinical competencies must be current.

Qualifications:

Possess a current and valid license issued by the California State Board of Vocational Nurses.

Possess current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an American Heart Association Provider or American Red Cross (with AED);

Responsibilities:

Provide patient care services as permitted within the scope of practice for Licensed Vocational Nurse services under Institution/Facility policies and procedures.

Conduct basic hygiene and nursing care, including administration of prescribed medications and the therapeutic effects, treatments, and disease prevention, as ordered by the physician.

Collect information regarding patient status and report the results to the Primary Care Provider (PCP) or RN on time.

Provide patient/youth education and accurately document care in the approved format, noting and carrying out physician's orders.

Administer/assist with therapeutic measures and treatments.

Clean and maintain equipment.

Obtain specimens for diagnostic testing as ordered.

Assist the RN and PCP with clinic appointments, e.g., physical exams, minor surgeries, casting, and identifying minor illnesses.

Assist mental health professionals by contributing to the treatment planning process and the formal evaluation of patient/youth progress by monitoring and recording observed patient behavior.

Participate in the training of patients/youth in activities of daily living and assist in routine treatments.

Document in the patient/youth health record the nursing care and treatment provided and the patient/youth response to facilitate the continuity of care and communicate to other healthcare professionals.

Essential Duties:

Record a patient's medical history accurately.

Take and record blood pressure measurements, 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.

Update and document the patient's current medications, problem list, allergies, health history, and relevant problems and/or complaints in the patient's medical record.

Provide instruction, education, and direction to patients on routine medical questions, procedures, and ordered tests.

Obtain pre-procedure medical clearance from outside providers for patients with cardiac and other high-risk modalities.

Document all patient care encounters accurately, completely, and on time.

Maintain exam rooms, cleansing between patients and restocking as needed.

Benefits:

We offer flexible work, benefits, and competitive pay based on your experience.

Please submit your resume, and we look forward to meeting with you soon.

Salary Range: $32 - $56 /HR



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