Lvn - Licensed Vocational Nurse

A-Line Staffing Solutions is looking to hire a Clinical Oncology LVN with a major healthcare company in San Antonio, TX. Starting ASAP!!

If this the position for you, apply to Andrew at ademoss@alinestaffing.com for immediate consideration!!!

LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse Compensation/Highlights: $23.00 - $26.00 p/hr - based on licensure certification and experience

• Benefits are available to full-time employees after 90 days of employment
• A 401(k) with a company match is available for full-time employees with 1 year of service on our eligibility dates

LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse Hours: Full-time 8 hours per day 40 hours - Monday - Friday 8AM - 5PM CST

What does the LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse do?

• Provides general nursing care to patients.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
• Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids physician during examination and procedures.
• Observes, records, and reports patients condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians.
• Administers prescribed medications as directed.
• Screens patients for appropriate information. Instructs patients in collection of specimen samples for testing.
• Responds to and refers incoming telephone calls. Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
• Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including but not limited to, vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes.
• Performs EKG and oximetry readings as required by physician.
• Obtains blood specimens from peripheral sites as needed and in accordance with OSHA and universal precautions.
• Phones in prescriptions and makes other patient calls as required or directed by physicians.
• Maintains patient files, records, and other information.
• Initiate IV fluids and IV therapeutic medications in accordance with LPN/LVN state nurse practice act

LVN - Licensed Vocational Qualifications/Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduate from an accredited school for practical nursing.
• 1-3 years experience as a practical nurse.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Current LPN state license and registration with the State Board of Practical Nursing in practicing state.
• Current BCLS certification required within 3 months of hire.
• Attendance is mandatory for the first 90 days
• Wound care and IV experience highly preferred