What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Licensed Practical Nurse position at Vitosha Inc.?
Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our dedicated healthcare team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality patient care in various settings, including long-term care, assisted living, and acute care environments. As an LPN, you will play a crucial role in patient assessment, medication administration, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Deliver direct patient care under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians.
- Conduct patient assessments, including vital signs monitoring and medical history intake.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Assist with IV infusion, catheterization, and other medical procedures as required.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Provide education to patients and families regarding health management and disease prevention.
- Maintain accurate medical documentation in EMR/EHR systems, including ICD-10 coding.
- Support patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and provide emotional support as needed.
- Participate in infection control measures and ensure a safe environment for patients.
Requirements
- Valid LPN license in the state of practice.
- Experience in critical care, long-term care, or assisted living preferred.
- Familiarity with Epic or other EMR/EHR systems is advantageous.
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and patient assessment techniques.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, including individuals with developmental disabilities and dementia care needs.
- Experience in acute pain management, hospice care, or emergency medicine is a plus.
- Proficiency in phlebotomy, medication administration, and basic life support techniques.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a healthcare team. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our patients by providing compassionate and professional nursing care!
Job Types: Contract, Travel nursing
Application Question(s):
- Best time and Best way to reach you through?
License/Certification:
- LPN (Required)
- BLS Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Silver City, NM 88061 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Pay: $42.00 - $47.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $42 - $47