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Summary:<\/b><\/p>\n
Under direct supervision of Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse \/ LPN \/ LVN job provides nursing care within the scope of licensure for assigned patients according to established nursing standards and hospital policies and procedures.<\/p>\n
‘Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse \/ LPN \/ LVN\u00c2 administers medication, performs treatments and patient care responsibilities as prescribed.<\/p>\n
‘The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse \/ LPN \/ LVN consults with and keeps Registered Nurse informed of activities, symptoms, reactions, and changes in the patient’s condition with regard to assigned patients.<\/p>\n
‘The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse \/ LPN \/ LVN provides appropriate pain management techniques and educates the patient and family regarding pain management.<\/p>\n
‘The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse \/ LPN \/ LVN administers medication following the five rights of medication administration within scope of practice.<\/p>\n
‘The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse \/ LPN \/ LVN 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.<\/p>\n
‘The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse \/ LPN \/ LVN assists physicians with examinations, treatments and special procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills as directed by the Registered Nurse.<\/p>\n
‘The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse \/ LPN \/ LVN treats patients and their families with respect and dignity.\u00c2 Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious\/spiritual needs of patients and their families.<\/p>\n
‘The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse \/ LPN \/ LVN interacts professionally with patient\/family and involves patient\/family in the formation of the plan of care.<\/p>\n
‘The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse \/ LPN \/ LVN assists with admitting, discharging and transferring of patients.<\/p>\n
‘The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse \/ LPN \/ LVN identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Services\/Discharge Planner regarding both in-hospital and post discharge needs.<\/p>\n
Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse, LPN, LVN, Nurse, Practical Nurse, Vocational Nurse, Hospital, Clinical Nurse, Medical, Long Term Acute Care, Transitional Care Hospitals, Healthcare<\/p>\n
Qualifications<\/b><\/p>\n
Education:<\/b><\/p>\n
Graduate of an accredited program for Licensed Vocational\/Practical Nurses.<\/p>\n
Licenses\/Certification:<\/b><\/p>\n
Licensed Practical\/Vocational Nurse License.<\/p>\n
BCLS Certification.<\/p>\n
Intravenous Blood Certification preferred.<\/p>\n
Experience:<\/b><\/p>\n
Minimum six months prior experience in an acute care setting preferred.<\/p>\n
$23 – $30.91 \/ hour<\/p>\n
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