Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) PRN

GI ALLIANCE; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Paycom in Providence, RI is seeking an experienced LVN to join our outpatient PACU team on a per diem basis. Shifts are 8:00-16:30 or 8:30-17:00 with variable days; longer periods of full-time coverage may occur to fill vacancies.

The role requires 1–2+ years in nursing, GI or Internal Medicine experience preferred, and strong communication, multitasking, and computer skills. An active LVN license and associates degree are required.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in nursing and an active LVN license.
• 2-5 years LVN experience preferred; GI or Internal Medicine a plus.
• PRN status with limits: not over 29 hours/week or 1000 hours/year.
• Excellent communication and multitasking abilities.
• Proficient computer skills and HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assesses and provides care to postoperative PACU patients.
• Admits patient to Recovery area and monitors vitals.
• Maintains safety and privacy, documents nursing actions.
• Collaborates with anesthesiologist/physician and discharge planning.
• Participates in Quality Improvement activities and in-services.

Skills

Excellent communication

Proficient computer skills

Multi-tasking

Self-motivated

Strong ethics

Team player

Multilingual (preferred)

Education

Associates degree in nursing

LVN license

Job description

Hours are 8-430 or 830-5 (this job will be per diem but with longer periods of full time to fill vacancies)- days vary but can let you know a week or more ahead of time what is neededResponsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of each patient assigned.*· Adheres to Recovery Room standards of nursing care.· Admits patient to Recovery area. Identifies the patient by name.· Observes vital signs, IV site, pain assessment, and any special monitoring equipment required for the recovery periods.· Allay fears and anxiety of patient, provides quiet environment, and respects the dignity and privacy of the patient.· Follows HIPAA regulations with respect to protected health information.· Assess patients according to systematic approach.· Evaluate the nursing assessment and appropriately communicate data to the anesthesiologist/CRNA and/or physician.· Assess and implement discharge from PACU.· Give comprehensive nursing care to meet the total needs of the patient.· Accurately record nursing actions and physician’s directions in the recovery record which reflect nursing care given.· Maintain a safe physical environment including equipment and necessary supplies.· Actively participates in the ongoing Quality Assessment & Performance Improvement Program.· Promote good public relations with the patient’s family and visitors.· Participation in Center “in-services” relative to position and to maintain professional competency.· Adheres to center’s policies.· Performs other work assigned by supervisor as required.Job Types: Part-time, Per diemPhysical Setting:OutpatientExperience:Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)Language:more than one language (Preferred)License/Certification:LPN (Required)Work Location: In personQualificationsEducation: Associates degree in nursing. Active and valid LVN license.Experience: 2-5 years of prior LVN experience is preferred. Prior GI or Internal Medicine experience is a plus.Additional Qualifications: N/ARequirements for PRN Status:PRN employees must not work more than 29 hours per week or 1000 hours per year.PRN employees must not work a reoccurring schedule.Performance Requirements:Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.Proficient technical (computer) skills.Ability to multi-task and prioritize.Self-motivated with initiative.Strong sense of ethics.Patient-minded focusTeam player