What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) position at MFS Talent?
Shift : Days - 8 hours, 40hrs / week-Work location : Onsite, Pleasanton, CA-Compensation : $40 to $50 per hourDuties and Responsibilities-Administers nursing care to patients according to physician's and Registered Nurse's instructions and approved nursing and departmental policies and procedures; as a team member, participates in planning and maintaining nursing care plans; assists physician in the performance of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and treatments; prepares, administers and records ordered medications and injections.-Instructs and counsels patients relative to physical self-care and emotional needs concerning test and specimen collections.-Keeps accurate records of administration of medications and treatments; makes reports of patient's progress towards goals; maintains medical records in order to meet legal requirements and provide reference for follow-up of patients' treatment and care.-Maintains a safe, secure and clean environment; maintains adequate supplies and equipment in assigned area.-Provides direct patient care to make patient clean and comfortable; may serve and feed patients; may assist patient with elimination functions.-Recognizes and understands the effect of social and economic problems as well as cultural backgrounds and religious affiliations of patients and their families.-Screens patients by obtaining histories; observes, reports and records physiological and psychological signs, symptoms and behaviors; takes vital signs; obtains specimens and may perform some required nursing diagnostic tests.-Understands human relationships between patients, families and other health care personnel.-When working in specialized areas, and after training in special procedures pertaining to such areas, performs specialized procedures as approved by nursing service policy.Education Qualifications-High School Diploma or GEDExperience-At least 1-2 years of related experienceLicenses and Certifications- LVN - Licensed Voc NurseBenefits-Health / Dental / Vision Insurance-Sick time off
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