Licensed Vocational Nurse Part Time Nights

Kindred Hospital Paramount; Paramount (CA); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 43.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Kindred Hospital Paramount is seeking a Licensed Vocational/Nurse (LVN/LPN) to provide direct nursing care under supervision. You will administer medications, assist with treatments, and support rehabilitation plans as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited LVN/LPN program, active LVN license, and BLS certification. IV therapy and blood certifications are preferred; ACLS may be required in certain units. Travel is not expected.

Formación

• Graduate of an accredited LVN/LPN program.
• Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse license.
• BLS certification required.
• IV therapy and blood certifications preferred.
• ACLS may be required in certain care areas.

Responsabilidades

• Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse administers medication and patient care as prescribed.
• Consults with and informs RN of patient status, symptoms, and changes in condition.
• Provides pain management techniques and educates patient and family.
• Administers medications per five rights within scope of practice.
• Assists with rehab and treatment per care plan under RN supervision.
• Assists physicians with examinations and procedures as directed by RN.
• Treats patients and families with respect and dignity; addresses psychosocial needs.
• Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves them in the care plan.
• Ensures patient safety and reduces healthcare errors.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Medication administration

Patient care

Communication

Attention to detail

Educación

Licensed vocational/nurse program graduate

Herramientas

EMR/EHR systems

Descripción del empleo

Description

Kindred Hospital Paramount and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) is 177-bed hospital. With 159 long-term acute care hospital (LTACH) beds, we offer the same in-depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period. Our 18-bed ARU is designed for people who have experience the debilitating effects of an acute injury, impairment or illness and like the LTACH, we partner with your physician and offer 24-hour clinical care seven days a week so you can start your journey to wellness.

Job Summary

Under direct supervision of Registered Nurse, provides nursing care within the scope of licensure for assigned patients according to established nursing standards and hospital policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse administers medication, performs treatments and patient care responsibilities as prescribed.
• Consults with and keeps Registered Nurse informed of activities, symptoms, reactions, and changes in the patient’s condition with regard to assigned patients.
• Provides appropriate pain management techniques and educates the patient and family regarding pain management.
• Administers medication following the five rights of medication administration within scope of practice.
• 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.
• Assists physicians with examinations, treatments and special procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills as directed by the Registered Nurse.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.
• Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
• Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Services/Discharge Planner regarding both in-hospital and post discharge needs.
• Interprets data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group.
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Able to organized tasks, develop action plans, set priorities and function under stressful situations.
• Ability to maintain a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Pay Range: $24.48-$31.05/hr.

ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an accredited program for licensed vocational/practical nurses.

Licenses/Certifications

• Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse License.
• BLS Certification required.
• Intravenous Therapy and Blood Certifications preferred.
• ACLS may be required in certain care areas

Experience

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