Licensed Practical-Vocational Nurse FT Days
Company: Kindred Hospitals
Location: Pasadena
Posted on: June 14, 2022
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Job Description:
Description$8,000 Sign on Bonus Interested in a career with
Kindred Hospitals ' a place where you can put your heart into and
make a real difference in our patient's lives. Come and grow your
career with Kindred Hospitals, a division of Kindred Healthcare.
Our culture of caring for our patients and residents begin with our
core values ' our employees. We are committed to fostering
professional growth and dedicated healthcare teams that make us the
provider of choice. We embrace a diverse workforce and understand
that hiring outstanding people is the key to providing quality care
' and quality care is what we do every day! Join us! Summary:Under
direct supervision of Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical
Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN job provides nursing care within the
scope of licensure for assigned patients according to established
nursing standards and hospital policies and procedures. ' Under
direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical
Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN administers medication, performs
treatments and patient care responsibilities as prescribed.' The
Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN consults with and
keeps Registered Nurse informed of activities, symptoms, reactions,
and changes in the patient's condition with regard to assigned
patients.' The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN
provides appropriate pain management techniques and educates the
patient and family regarding pain management.' The Licensed
Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN administers medication
following the five rights of medication administration within scope
of practice.' The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN
assists with the rehabilitation and treatment of patients in
accordance with the medical plan of care, updates, and revises plan
of care under the supervision of Registered Nurse.' The Licensed
Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN assists physicians with
examinations, treatments and special procedures and performs
services requiring technical and manual skills as directed by the
Registered Nurse.' The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN /
LVN treats patients and their families with respect and dignity.
Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and
religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.' The
Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN interacts
professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in
the formation of the plan of care.' The Licensed Practical
Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN assists with admitting, discharging
and transferring of patients.' The Licensed Practical Vocational
Nurse / LPN / LVN identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of
patients and family; communicates with Social Services/Discharge
Planner regarding both in-hospital and post discharge needs.
QualificationsEducation:Graduate of an accredited program for
Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurses.
Licenses/Certification:Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse
License.BCLS Certification.Intravenous Blood Certification
preferred. Experience:Minimum six months prior experience in an
acute care setting preferred.
Keywords: Kindred Hospitals, Pasadena , Licensed Practical-Vocational Nurse FT Days, Healthcare , Pasadena, California
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