LVN- Licensed Vocational Nurse
Lubbock, Texas
Employer: Frontier Management
Industry: Healthcare
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Part-Time
A Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) at a nursing home is responsible for providing basic nursing care to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN) or physician. Their duties may include:
Administering Medications: LVNs are responsible for administering medication to patients and ensuring that the right dosage is given at the right time. They also monitor the patient's response to the medication and report any adverse reactions to the RN or physician.
Providing Basic Nursing Care: LVNs assist patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming. They also help with feeding, toileting, and transferring patients from bed to chair or wheelchair.
Recording Vital Signs: LVNs record and report vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration rate. They also monitor and report changes in the patient's condition to the RN or physician.
Assisting with Procedures: LVNs assist with medical procedures such as wound care, catheterization, and tracheostomy care.
Providing Emotional Support: LVNs provide emotional support to patients and their families. They may help patients cope with illness or injury and provide education on self-care and disease management.
Documenting Patient Care: LVNs maintain accurate and detailed patient records, including medical histories, nursing assessments, and progress notes.
Collaborating with Healthcare Team: LVNs work closely with other healthcare professionals, such as RNs, physicians, and therapists, to provide comprehensive care to patients.
Following Safety Protocols: LVNs follow safety protocols to prevent the spread of infection and ensure a safe environment for patients and staff.
Overall, LVNs at nursing homes play a critical role in providing quality care to patients, and their duties require a combination of technical and interpersonal skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $0.00 per year
Benefits:
Medical Specialty:
Physical Setting:
License/Certification:
Work Location: In person
Administering Medications: LVNs are responsible for administering medication to patients and ensuring that the right dosage is given at the right time. They also monitor the patient's response to the medication and report any adverse reactions to the RN or physician.
Providing Basic Nursing Care: LVNs assist patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming. They also help with feeding, toileting, and transferring patients from bed to chair or wheelchair.
Recording Vital Signs: LVNs record and report vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration rate. They also monitor and report changes in the patient's condition to the RN or physician.
Assisting with Procedures: LVNs assist with medical procedures such as wound care, catheterization, and tracheostomy care.
Providing Emotional Support: LVNs provide emotional support to patients and their families. They may help patients cope with illness or injury and provide education on self-care and disease management.
Documenting Patient Care: LVNs maintain accurate and detailed patient records, including medical histories, nursing assessments, and progress notes.
Collaborating with Healthcare Team: LVNs work closely with other healthcare professionals, such as RNs, physicians, and therapists, to provide comprehensive care to patients.
Following Safety Protocols: LVNs follow safety protocols to prevent the spread of infection and ensure a safe environment for patients and staff.
Overall, LVNs at nursing homes play a critical role in providing quality care to patients, and their duties require a combination of technical and interpersonal skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $0.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Geriatrics
Physical Setting:
- Long term care
- Nursing home
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- LPN(Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Created: 2024-09-01
Reference: 1367695
Country: United States
State: Texas
City: Lubbock
ZIP: 79406
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