Licensed Vocational Nurse Emergency Department
Licensed Vocational Nurse Emergency Department
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Job Description
This position is still at the proposal stage and is awaiting award.
The main purpose of a licensed vocational nurse (LVN) is to provide essential patient care and support under the supervision of registered nurses or physicians. This includes administering medications performing routine procedures and assisting with patient assessments while collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes. LVNs work in a variety of settings including hospitals clinics and military facilities and they also play a vital role in educating patients about their health and wellness.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care under the supervision of registered nurses or physicians.
- Administer medications and monitor patient reactions.
- Perform routine procedures such as wound care vital sign checks and basic diagnostic tests.
- Assist with patient assessments and documentation of medical histories.
- Educate patients and their families on health management and wellness practices.
- Collaborate with healthcare team members to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to ethical and legal standards.
- Ensure cleanliness and safety in the patient care environment.
- Participate in staff meetings and continuing education opportunities to enhance skills.
This list is nonexhaustive and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above.
Qualifications :
Basic Requirements/Certifications:
- Must possess and maintain a current active unrestricted LVN license from any U.S. state District of Columbia or U.S. territory.
- Must have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) are preferred and may be required depending on the clinical setting.
- Minimum of one year of LVN experience within the past three years in a relevant clinical specialty.
Education Required:
Graduate of an accredited school of vocational nursing.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand walk lift and bend for extended periods.
- May be exposed to contagious diseases radiation and highstress environments.
Other Special Qualifications:
- Must be able to read write and speak English to effectively communicate.
- US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card is required.
- Pass/possess VA Public Trust Clearance.
Additional Information :
Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicants background experience skills internal equity and alignment with geographical market data.
Compensation Min: $18hr Max: $50hr
Benefits Fulltime positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical dental vision and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan paid time off and an annual bonus. International SOS complies with all federal state and local minimum wage laws
International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability genetic information marital status amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal state and local laws.
International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability genetic information marital status amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
