Licensed Vocational Nurse LVN

Kindred Hospital La Mirada; La Mirada (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) to deliver quality nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This role involves administering medications, assisting with rehabilitation, and providing patient education. Candidates should be committed to patient care and possess a strong foundation in nursing practices. Join a dedicated team that values diversity and professional growth.

Benefits

$8,000 sign-on bonus

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Administers medication and performs treatments as prescribed.
• Consults with Registered Nurse about patient condition.
• Coordinates with Social Services regarding patient needs.

Skills

Patient Care

Pain Management

Communication

Education

Graduate of an accredited program for Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurses

Job description

Interested in a career with Kindred Hospitals?

Join a place where you can put your heart into making a real difference in patients' lives. Grow your career with Kindred Hospitals, a division of Kindred Healthcare. Our culture of caring begins with our core values—our employees. We are committed to fostering professional growth and building dedicated healthcare teams that make us the provider of choice. We embrace diversity and believe that hiring outstanding people is key to providing quality care, which we do every day! Join us!

Summary

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

1. Administers medication, performs treatments, and patient care responsibilities as prescribed.
2. Consults with and informs the Registered Nurse of activities, symptoms, reactions, and changes in the patient's condition.
3. Provides pain management techniques and educates patients and families about pain management.
4. Administers medication following the five rights of medication administration within scope of practice.
5. Assists with rehabilitation and treatment plans, updating and revising under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
6. Assists physicians with examinations, treatments, and procedures, performing services requiring technical skills as directed.
7. Treats patients and families with respect and dignity, addressing psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and spiritual needs.
8. Interacts professionally with patients and families, involving them in the care plan.
9. Assists with admitting, discharging, and transferring patients.
10. Coordinates with Social Services/Discharge Planners regarding in-hospital and post-discharge needs.

Salary ranges from $21 to $31.58 hourly, with an $8,000 sign-on bonus.

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 of prior experience in an acute care setting preferred.