Job Description
Wound Care Licensed Vocational Nurse LVN Full Time at ScionHealth summary:
This full-time LVN position specializes in wound care within an acute care setting, working under the direct supervision of Registered Nurses at a specialty hospital. The role involves administering medications, assisting with patient rehabilitation, and educating patients and their families while adhering to established nursing standards and procedures. Candidates must be licensed, experienced, and committed to compassionate service in an environment focused on critical care recovery.
Description Walk In Wednesday Interviews Every Wednesday from 1000AM - 300PM for all RN's, LVN's and C.N.A's! Please bring a resume and report to the front desk of the facility. We would love to meet with you! ScionHealth is committed to a culture of service excellence as demonstrated by our employees' adherence to the service excellence principles of Pride, Teamwork, Compassion, Integrity, Respect, Fun, Professionalism, and Responsibility.
As our most acute level of care, our specialty hospitals offer the same
critical care patients receive in a traditional
hospital or
intensive care unit , but for an extended recovery period. Our
clinicians play a vital role in the recovery process for
chronic, critically ill and medically complex patients. Summary 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.
Essential Functions - Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse/LPN/LVN administers medication, performs treatments and patient care responsibilities as prescribed
- 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
- The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN provides appropriate pain management techniques and educates the patient and family regarding pain management
- The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN administers medication following the five rights of medication administration within scope of practice
- 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
- 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
- The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families
- The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care
- The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN assists with admitting, discharging and transferring of patients
- 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
$8,000 Sign on Bonus $21 - $26 / Hour Qualifications Education: - Graduate of an accredited program for Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurses
Licenses/Certification: - Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse License
- BCLS Certification
- Intravenous Blood Certification preferred
Experience: - Minimum six months prior experience in an acute care setting preferred
Keywords:
wound care, LVN, licensed vocational nurse, acute care, patient care, medication administration, rehabilitation, hospital, critical care, healthcare
Job Tags
Full time, Relocation bonus,