Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Job Description

Job Description

Statement of Purpose

The LVN plays a key role in supporting the health and well-being of patients by performing clinical tasks such as administering medications, monitoring vital signs, assisting with medical procedures, and documenting care in the electronic medical record.

Major Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

• Review the client’s chart prior to medication administration to ensure accuracy and appropriateness.
• Administer injections using proper sterile techniques in accordance with clinical standards.
• Review of the most recent urine drug screen results for clients receiving Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT).
• Obtain and record vital signs prior to medication administration.
• Monitor the client briefly post-injection to observe for any immediate adverse reactions.
• Document all procedures and observations accurately in the client’s electronic medical record (EMR).
• Coordinate care with medication prescribers and other interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity and quality of care.

Competencies

B. Additional Duties

C. Interpersonal Relations

Performance Standards & Measurement

Equipment, Tools & Machines

Working Conditions

Demands

The following are the qualifications required to perform the essential functions of this position. Qualifications may be subject to modification based on the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Modality Specific Job Responsibilities

The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements which may be inherent in the position.

Prerequisite Qualifications :  Specific qualifications may vary based on assignment.

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