Licensed Vocational Nurse

Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and energetic Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide compassionate patient care across various settings, including long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, hospitals, and outpatient clinics. Your expertise will help ensure optimal health outcomes by delivering skilled nursing interventions, performing assessments, and supporting patients through their recovery and ongoing health management. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of diverse patient populations while working with cutting-edge medical systems and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including vital signs, physical examinations, and physiological evaluations to determine care needs.
• Administer medications and injections accurately following prescribed protocols, including IV infusions and medication administration.
• Manage complex wound care, catheterization procedures, and sterile techniques to promote healing and prevent infection.
• Utilize electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic, Cerner, or Athenahealth for documentation of patient care activities and medical records.
• Assist with diagnostic evaluations like laboratory specimen collection, phlebotomy, and medical imaging coordination.
• Provide specialized care for patients with chronic conditions such as Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or developmental disabilities in memory or behavioral health settings.
• Support emergency response efforts by managing airway management, ventilator use, and acute pain management in high-pressure environments like Level I trauma centers or ICU settings.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on discharge planning, case management, and patient education to ensure seamless continuity of care.

Requirements

• Valid licensure as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state of practice.
• Proven experience in critical care environments such as ICU, emergency room, or Level I trauma centers is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency with EMR/EHR systems including Epic, Cerner, or Athenahealth for accurate medical documentation.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, ICD coding (ICD-9/10), CPT coding, and infection control protocols.
• Experience working with diverse patient populations including pediatrics, geriatrics, individuals with disabilities or developmental delays.
• Ability to perform advanced nursing procedures such as tube feeding management, spinal taps, dialysis support, or dermal fillers is a plus.
• Excellent assessment skills combined with compassionate patient care and effective communication abilities.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to ensure patient privacy and confidentiality at all times. Join our team to deliver exceptional nursing care that transforms lives! We are committed to fostering a supportive environment where your skills grow and your contributions are valued. This paid position offers comprehensive training opportunities and the chance to work alongside some of the most talented healthcare professionals in the industry.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $31.15 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Work Location: In person