LVN/LPN / LVN/LPN / Kentucky / Any / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Job
•12 days ago
Estimated Pay | $24 per hour |
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Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
Location | Madisonville, Kentucky |
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About this job
Summary:
Requirements:
Responsibilities:
. Deliver direct nursing care to patients, under the guidance of RNs or physicians, encompassing tasks like medication administration, wound care, and vital signs monitoring.
- Ref #: C-LPN-
- Profession: Licensed Practical Nurse
- Job Type: Contract/Travel
- Location: Madisonville, KY
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 2 weeks
- Schedule:Mon, Tue, Wed, 5:45P-6:15A
- Rate: Travel: $1,296/36-hours; Local: $1,051/36-hours
Requirements:
- Valid and active Licensed Practical Nurse State license
- BLS certification
Responsibilities:
. Deliver direct nursing care to patients, under the guidance of RNs or physicians, encompassing tasks like medication administration, wound care, and vital signs monitoring.
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, involving physical exams, medical histories, and medication reviews, to craft personalized care plans.
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments meticulously, guaranteeing accurate dosing and adherence to established protocols.
- Evaluate, clean, dress, and manage wounds, incisions, and injuries while actively monitoring for infection or complications.
- Continuously monitor and meticulously document patients' vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rates.
- Maintain detailed and precise patient records, recording changes in their condition, administered treatments, and medication management.
- Educate patients and their families on their medical conditions, prescribed medications, and self-care practices, with a focus on overall well-being.
- Administer and closely monitor intravenous (IV) medications and fluids, ensuring proper insertion and functioning of IV lines.
- Provide care for patients with urinary catheters, including insertion, routine maintenance, and diligent monitoring for complications.
- Collect patient samples, such as blood, urine, and sputum, for subsequent laboratory testing and analysis.
- Collaborate closely with the healthcare team, including RNs, physicians, therapists, and support staff, to ensure seamless patient care.
- Address patient comfort and safety requirements, including positioning, mobility assistance, and pain management.
- Respond swiftly and effectively during medical emergencies, adhering to established protocols and delivering basic life support as necessary.
- Adhere rigorously to infection control procedures, encompassing proper hand hygiene and utilization of personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent infections from spreading.
- Safely handle, store, and dispose of medicat
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