What are the responsibilities and job description for the LVN position at ROLLING PLAINS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL?
Job Details
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Qualifications
REPORTS TO: RN, Director of Home Health/Clinical Manager
QUALIFICATIONS: Licensed Vocational Nurse currently in the State of Texas. Experience of one year as a licensed vocational nurse and/or with comparable experience. Current certification in Basic Life Support must be maintained. Must have current driver’s license, and be legally able to operate your own dependable vehicle. Must have proof of liability insurance, motor vehicle record which complies with RPMH’s Automobile Safety and Liability policy #2520.
PRIMARY FUNCTION: Perform skilled nursing care to patients in their home, within scope of Nurse Practice Act.
SUPERVISES: No One.
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CONTACTS: General Public, representatives of other health care facilities, physicians, and other in house departmental personnel. Patients and patient’s families/caregivers.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Duties of the position require moderate periods of sitting, standing and walking, may involve lifting up to 50 lbs., bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and handling equipment. The potential of some bending, stooping, reaching, pulling, and pushing when providing care to patients. Lifting up to 50 lbs. and occasional heavy lifting in supporting or moving patients who may suddenly become weak or helpless.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Office, and travel to patient’s home required.
Salary : $20 - $35