Sign-on Bonus $2,000 for Full Time employees
Assumes responsibility and accountability for designated patients
Provides Nursing Care to all patients of all ages
Identifies self as nurse responsible for patient care to patients, family, and physicians Provides nursing care for all patients within the scope of LVN practice
Gathers data relevant to the patient’s individual needs and age group
a. Elicits important information concerning the patient’s progress
b. Gathers data regarding patient needs while providing direct patient care
1) Documents nursing observations according to hospital charting standards
2) For the benefit of the patient, the nurse and the physician to visit the patient together 3) Administers medications and treatments per hospital policy
c. Reports symptoms, reactions and progress of patient to the clinical supervisor and/or charge nurse and appropriate action has been taken
d. Pursues proper chain of command to attain a satisfactory solution
e. Initiates changes to improve patient care; discusses changes with doctor when appropriate
f. Provides IV Therapy according to nursing policy and procedure that is within LVN scope of practice
Assists the RN in patient and family education
Utilizes educational opportunities within the hospital and other avenues to maintain clinical expertise to promote personal growth and development
Responsible for knowledge of legal aspects of nursing
Attends fire and safety classes annually and maintains a current CPR (BLS) card
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Geriatrics
- Infectious Disease
- Pain Medicine
- Wound Care
Physical setting:
- Long term care
- Nursing home
- Rehabilitation center
Standard shift:
- Day shift
- Night shift
Supplemental schedule:
- Extended hours
- On call
- Overtime
Weekly schedule:
- 3x12
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- LVN (Required)
Work Location: In person