Licensed Practical Nurse

VIVA USA Inc; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

VIVA USA Inc. in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to join our on-site team. You will administer medications and treatments on an assigned unit as ordered by the physician and within your scope of license. Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 6:00am–6:30pm, full time.

You will observe and report the effectiveness of therapies, maintain clinical and administrative documentation, and participate in QAPI and interdisciplinary care planning to support resident safety and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in Arizona is required.
• Ability to work within a team of healthcare professionals.
• Knowledge of geriatric nursing practices and patient care plans.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments on an assigned unit as ordered by the physician and within scope of license.
• Observe and report the effectiveness of medications and treatments.
• Maintain clinical and administrative documentation regarding diagnosis, observations, and progress.
• Participate in shift reports and interdisciplinary team communication.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in quality and performance improvement activities.

Skills

Observing progress

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team nursing

Education

Active LPN License AZ

Job description

Administer medication and perform treatments on an assigned unit as ordered by the physician and within scope of license. (Medications may be in a variety of forms including oral, enteral, parenteral, suppository, etc. and treatments may include sterile and aseptic wound cleaning and dressing, postural drainage and percussion, tracheostomy, gastrostomy and jejunostomy care, and catheter care.)
Observe and report the effectiveness of medications and treatments
Ensure an adequate amount of supplies and medication are available
Receive and deliver a variety of information regarding the resident's medical, social, functional, and other needs
Participate in the receiving and giving shift reports
Communicate with residents, family, and staff as necessary to ensure the resident receives appropriate care from the interdisciplinary team
Complete the initial admission nursing assessment tool on a newly admitted resident
Assist with the development of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments, ongoing quarterly reviews and care plans
Maintain appropriate clinical and administrative documentation regarding diagnosis, observations, treatment, and summary of resident progress.
Participate in our Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program
Attend and participate in staff meetings

Knowledge of:

• Gerontological/Geriatric nursing theory and practice
• Effects of the aging process Practices and procedures of team nursing
• Practices and procedures for implementing treatment plans for resident/patient care
• Practices and procedures of pharmacology and medicines
• Client laws, rules and regulations governing general practical nursing practices and the security and control of medical supplies and medications and dispensing thereof

Skills in:

• Observing and reporting behavior and progress of residents/patients
• Applying and interpreting client laws and regulations governing geriatric nursing practices.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of patient care plans within a team nursing concept
• Oral and written communication skills Interpersonal skills

Ability to:

• Abide by nursing regulations
• Listen, observe, assess and respond to medical emergencies
• Evaluate, analyze, make independent decisions and follow up regarding client health problems
• Respond to medical issues/inquiries in a professional manner
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships

Required Skills

Active LPN License in AZ

Notes:

Onsite

Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 6:00am-6:30pm, full time (36-40 hours per week-Full Time).

Candidate will work 36 hours the first week and 40 hours the next week (every other week)

VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status