Health Advocates Network is currently seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to work at a Facility in Kinston, North Carolina. These are registry positions with our company.
Pay Rate: $44 / hour
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Job Details:
- Monday - Friday 11: 30a - 8p
Minimum Qualifications:
- At least one year (12 months) of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse
- Ability to build rapport with patients
- Compassionate and caring demeanor
- Familiarity with medical terminology
- A valid and current BLS provider card (American Heart Association)
- We need nurses with specific experience in adolescent, pediatric, school, public health, correctional-juvenile, and/or emergency nursing practice, and be comfortable working with an EHR and telehealth equipment .
- Position will require them to work independently with the direct care staff. They will be the only nurse at the facility for part of their shift. They will have excellent resources, but they must feel comfortable working in a juvenile justice facility with direct care staff.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide direct patient care under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians. Perform routine patient assessments and document findings accurately.
- Administer medications as prescribed by physicians and maintain proper documentation of medication administration.
- Regularly monitor and record patients'vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse rate, temperature, and respiration rate.
- Assist with wound care, dressings, and rehabilitation procedures.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient information, progress, and assessments using electronic medical records (EMR) or other designated systems.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals, including physicians, registered nurses, and other members of the interdisciplinary team, to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
- Educate patients and their families about healthcare procedures, medications, and post-treatment care instructions to promote effective self-management and recovery.
- Follow established infection control protocols, including proper hand hygiene, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and safe disposal of medical waste.
- Act swiftly and effectively during emergencies, implementing appropriate nursing intervention and alerting the appropriate personnel as necessary.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, ensuring adherence to best practices, policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Maintains compliance and complies with annual requirements
- Successfully completes required employment-related documentation, testing, and screenings in a timely manner
If interested, please apply through this job post. You may send a copy of your most recent resume. If you have any questions, please feel free to call at (800) 928-5561 and ask to speak with Destiny Monday-Friday (08: 30 AM - 05: 00 PM PST).
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