Licensed Practical Nurse - Medical Readiness Squad (Day shift)

Decypher; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 56,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Decypher is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) to provide professional nursing care at Wright Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio. The role focuses on assessing, preparing, and assisting with treatments for adult and geriatric patients, following established clinical guidelines.

Onsite, Monday–Friday, 7:00am–4:00pm, the position offers $28.50 per hour plus health and welfare benefits. Candidates must have NLN-approved LPN/LVN diploma, BLS certification, an active LPN license, and at least

Qualifications

• Diploma of LPN/LVN from NLN-approved program.
• BLS certification through ARC or AHA.
• Active LPN license.
• One year LPN experience in acute care or inpatient rehab.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Assess, prepare, and assist with treatments for adults and geriatrics.
• Apply nursing process for patient assessment and procedures.
• Maintain electronic medical records and documentation.
• Operate and monitor specialized medical equipment (IV pumps, EKG, etc.).
• Collaborate with the team and exhibit professional conduct.

Skills

LPN/LVN experience

Adult & geriatric care

EMR documentation

Education

Diploma of LPN/LVN

Tools

EMR systems

Word processing

Job description

Job Description

Join Decypher and make a direct impact on the health and readiness of Americas service members, veterans, and their families. Since 2008 Decypher has offered healthcare industry professionals careers where their expertise is valued, and their work makes a meaningful impact. Decypher partners with the Defense Health Agency to deliver professional services, technology, and management solutions. Our mission is to provide and support quality care for our veterans, servicemembers and their families, across the United States.

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) provides professional nursing care to adult and geriatric patients, applying nursing principles to assess, prepare, and assist with treatments and procedures in accordance with established clinical guidelines. This position is at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Diploma of LPN or LVN, from and accredited National League of Nursing (NLN) approved program.
• Certifications:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA).
• License: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• Experience: Licensed Practical Nurse for one (1) year prior to start. Must have Acute Care hospital or Inpatient Rehab Facility or Center experience

U.S. Citizenship is required

Key Responsibilities

• Knowledge of a wide range of medical disorders/conditions, diagnostic studies and treatments related to prevention, and detection of illnesses in adults, is desirable.
• The contracted LPN/LVN will be knowledgeable in professional care theories, principles, practices, and procedures to perform nursing assignments of moderate difficulty and experience in assessing adult and geriatric patients, as appropriate.
• Knowledge of computer operations and proficiency in the use of basic word processing, data entry and automated medical records.
• Demonstrate professionalism in conduct to include but not limited to interactions with other team members, willingness to admit areas where improvement in skill is needed, honesty in documentation of work hours and leave requests, receive, and respond to feedback provided by other members of the team.
• Use the nursing process as a basis for professional practice. The contracted LPN/LVN will demonstrate proper assessment, preparation of patients for treatments and procedures, to include surgical interventions.
• Perform/assist with clinic specific procedures, in accordance with established policies, and guidelines used in the MTF and IAW JC guidelines. Supervise all paraprofessionals necessary in the care and treatment of the patient. Skill in setting up, operating and monitoring specialized medical equipment such as IV infusion pumps, cardiac monitoring devices, EKG units, oxygen analyzers, nebulizers and other clinic specific equipment

Work Environment & Schedule

Onsite, Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 4:00pm

Compensation & Benefits

$28.50 per hour + H&W

Physical requirements

May be required to lift 2545 pounds independently, with the ability to lift greater weights (up to 75100+ pounds) with assistance or mechanical lifting devices.

Decypher is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce (M/F/D/V)