Licensed Vocational Nurse - Santa Cruz, United States - Hearts & Hands Inc

Description

Hearts & Hands -

If you want to be part of a team that cares about giving top quality patient care you have found the right place.

We are a growing company and searching for a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide compassionate care to our residents.

An active LVN license in the State of California is Required. This role is for the PM shift which runs from 3:00pm to 11:30pm.
Responsibilities

Record a patients medical history accurately

Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.

Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.

Monitor patients condition including fluid intake and output and compose patient charts

Assist ailing patients in daily necessary activities such as eating, bathing etc.

Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks

Collect samples for lab testing as assigned

Provide emotional and psychological support when needed

Communicate with patients family or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructions

Requirements and skills

Proven experience as LVN or similar role

Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team

Familiarity with hospital health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures

Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices

Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology

Good knowledge of MS Office and data entry

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Compassionate and able to handle stress

Successful completion of LVN license program is a must

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