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

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    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 weekends but can be extended to more shifts based on facility need.


    Responsibilities

    Record a patient's 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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