Per Diem Licensed Practical Nurse – Hospital Care

Jobtome; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Jobtome seeks a licensed practical nurse to support hospital nursing staff under the supervision of an RN. The role includes reviewing patient records, planning care, administering medications, and performing Point of Care testing.

Requirements include a practical nursing credential, six months of hospital experience, English fluency, and a current NM LPN license. Per diem shifts are available; BLS is required or must be obtained within two weeks of hire.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing.
• Six months of hospital experience required.
• Must be able to read, speak and write English fluently.
• Current New Mexico LPN license required.
• BLS Certification required or must be obtained within 2 weeks of hire date. All other required certifications must be obtained within 6 months of hire date.
• LPN IV Therapy Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews information on the patient record.
• Identifies and documents physiological needs of the patient after conference with the RN.
• Discusses psychosocial needs of the patient with the RN.
• Reviews and revises the plan of care of assigned patients.
• Participates in patient care and planning with the RN.
• Plans care to be given setting priorities and delivering in an organized manner.
• Notifies RN of any change in patient status and response to treatments.
• Demonstrates accurate administration of medications.
• Performs various Point of Care testing procedures.
• Documents the effectiveness of nursing care given.
• Identifies weaknesses and formulates objectives to improve self.
• Reports deficiencies to improve nursing care.
• Initiates appropriate charges and utilizes supplies efficiently.
• Maintains cooperative relationships with medical staff.

Education

Practical Nursing diploma/certificate

Job description

Jobtome seeks a licensed practical nurse to support hospital nursing staff under the supervision of an RN. The role includes reviewing patient records, planning care, administering medications, and performing Point of Care testing.

Requirements include a practical nursing credential, six months of hospital experience, English fluency, and a current NM LPN license. Per diem shifts are available; BLS is required or must be obtained within two weeks of hire.