What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Licensed VOCATIONAL Nurse LVN near BANNING CA position at Suncrest Home Health Services Inc?
Benefits : Travel Reimbursement
Paid sick time
Life insurance
401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
Company parties
Opportunity for advancement
We are seeking LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSES (LVNs) (and RNs, CHHAs, therapists & assistants) in the coverage areas around BANNING, CA to become a part of our team - per diem and full-time opportunities! You will provide routine healthcare to patients at the patient's home or in a care facility.
Busy Home Health Agency in need of LVNs (RNs, CHHAs, OTs, COTAs, STs, PTs and PTAs as well) in the Banning, CA coverage area. Requires 1 year home health, hospital, nursing home and / or hospice experience. Spanish-speaking is a plus. Flexible schedule and possible full-time / part-time / per diem positions available.
Licensed Vocational Nurses need to be recruited to care for our patients and facilitate their speedy recovery. You will be responsible for educating them and their families on prevention and healthy habits. The ideal candidate will be a responsible and well-trained professional able to give the best nursing care with little supervision. Compassionate and cool-tempered skilled nurses needed. Health and safety guidelines should be faithfully and consistently followed. The goal is to promote patient’s well-being by providing high quality nursing care.
Responsibilities
Monitor patient’s condition and assess their needs to provide the best possible care and advice
Observe and interpret patient’s symptoms and communicate them to physicians
Collaborate with physicians and nurses to devise individualized care plans for patients
Perform routine procedures (blood pressure measurements, administering injections etc.) and fill in patients’ charts
Adjust and administer patient’s medication and provide treatments according to physician’s orders
Inspect the facilities and act to maintain excellent hygiene and safety (decontaminating equipment, sanitizing surfaces, preparing beds etc.)
Provide instant medical care in emergencies
Assist surgeons during operations
Supervise and train home health aides (CHHAs)
Foster a supportive and compassionate environment to care for patients and their families
Expand knowledge and capabilities by attending educational workshops, conferences etc.
Skills
Proven experience as a licensed vocational nurse
Excellent knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures
Excellent knowledge of emergency care
In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (sanitation, decontamination etc.) and willingness to follow them at all times
A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Responsible and compassionate
Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills
Patient with excellent problem-solving skills
BS or other diploma from a nursing program
Valid nursing license