LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE LVN/ LPN - FT- NIGHTS

Description

Interested in a career with Kindred Hospitals - a place where you can put your heart into and make a real difference in our patient's lives.

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We are committed to fostering professional growth and dedicated healthcare teams that make us the provider of choice. We embrace a diverse workforce and understand that hiring outstanding people is the key to providing quality care - and quality care is what we do every day! Join us!

Summary :

Under direct supervision of Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN job provides nursing care within the scope of licensure for assigned patients according to established nursing standards and hospital policies and procedures.

• Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN administers medication, performs treatments and patient care responsibilities as prescribed.
• The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN consults with and keeps Registered Nurse informed of activities, symptoms, reactions, and changes in the patient's condition with regard to assigned patients.
• The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN provides appropriate pain management techniques and educates the patient and family regarding pain management.
• The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN administers medication following the five rights of medication administration within scope of practice.
• The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN assists with the rehabilitation and treatment of patients in accordance with the medical plan of care, updates, and revises plan of care under the supervision of Registered Nurse.
• The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN assists physicians with examinations, treatments and special procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills as directed by the Registered Nurse.
• The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious / spiritual needs of patients and their families.
• The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN interacts professionally with patient / family and involves patient / family in the formation of the plan of care.
• The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN assists with admitting, discharging and transferring of patients.
• The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family;

communicates with Social Services / Discharge Planner regarding both in-hospital and post discharge needs.

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Qualifications

Education :

Graduate of an accredited program for Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurses.

Licenses / Certification :

Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse License.

BCLS Certification.

Intravenous Blood Certification preferred.

Experience :

Minimum six months prior experience in an acute care setting preferred.

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