LPN/LVN

Company Description

International SOS delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home. Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real-time, actionable insights and on-the-ground quality delivery. We provide clinical services to include “hands on” direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities. With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation. Within our portfolio of companies, International SOS, headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defense and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care.

Job Description

 This project is in the proposal stage, we’re awaiting to be awarded the contract.

This position is in support of the County of Sarasota Florida to provide care for those with special needs who are displaced in the event of a largescale disaster. This position requires the individual to be able to respond to a disaster with in 24 hours of notice and to establish care with in 72 hours of notification. This is a post disaster mission and will require the individual to be onsite until conclusion of the operation.   

Licensed Practical Nurses/Licensed Vocational Nurses provide basic patient care and work under the supervision of doctors or registered nurses. The LPN/LVN will administer medications, perform patient assessments, administer vaccinations and provide emergency care as needed.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Overseeing the performance of MAs/CNAs in their duties.  
• Administering patient medications and recording into administration record.   
• Monitoring vital signs, administering medication, and changing wound dressings.  
• Preforming medical assessments of patients.   
• Maintaining accurate patient records and updating them confidentially.  
• Communicating with patients and their families, as well as other healthcare personnel.  
• Explaining treatments and procedures to patients and families.  
• Administering vaccinations and entering into multiple systems of records.  
• Managing medical emergencies.  

This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above. 

Qualifications

Experience Required: 

• Strong oral and written communication skills.  
• Excellent interpersonal skills. 
• Critical thinking skills. 
• Cultural competency.  
• Integrity and honesty. 
• Experience with special needs populations (preferred, not required). 

Education Required: 

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program for Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurses located in a State, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory accredited by The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). 
• Minimum one year of professional experience as a licensed LVN/LPN in a hospital, medical office or residential setting. 

Required Licenses / Certifications:  

• Current, full and unrestricted licensed as Vocational or Practical Nurse in the state in which the duty station is located.  
• Basic Life Support, ACLS (Preferred), PALS (Preferred).  
• Current and valid driver's license.  

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  

• Understanding of Nursing operations and care in an austere environment.  
• Understanding of “Special Needs” populations (Preferred).  
• Ability to navigate in an electronic work environment including electronic health records, web-based training and communications.  
• Knowledge of, and moderate proficiency in, common Microsoft Office programs, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint.  
• Knowledge of regulations (HIPAA/Privacy Act) regarding the confidentiality of patient medical records and information as well as Personally Identifiable Information (PII). 
• Demonstrate strong organization and time management skills. 
• Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills. 
• Cultural competency and interpersonal skills. 

Duty Hours / ON-Call Requirements: 

• This an upon notification position. 
• Shifts will be 12 hours a day until complete. 

Physical Demands: 

• Physically capable of performing duties and responsibilities as listed above. 
• Ability to work in an austere environment exposure to heat and weather. 
• Frequent use of common office technology such as the computer, telephone etc.  
• Ability to lift, carry and move up to 30 lbs.  
• Ability to drive a vehicle on behalf of the company. 

Travel / Rotation Requirements: 

• Travel to Sarasota upon notification.  

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 applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.

Compensation|  Min: $23hr        Max: $36hr 

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.