Job Description

Job Summary We are seeking LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSES (LVNs) in the coverage areas around DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA and surrounding areas to become a part of our team! You will provide routine healthcare to patients at the patient's home or in a care facility. This is not a shift care position. This is a per visit and not hourly position. Per Diem position.

Busy Home Health Agency in need of LVNs in the DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA coverage area. Requires 1 year home health, hospital, nursing home and/or hospice experience. Spanish-speaking is a plus.

Duties

Monitor patient’s condition and assess their needs to provide the best possible care and advice

Observe and interpret patient’s symptoms and communicate them to physicians

Collaborate with physicians and nurses to devise individualized care plans for patients

Perform routine procedures (blood pressure measurements, administering injections etc.) and fill in patients’ charts

Adjust and administer patient’s medication and provide treatments according to physician’s orders

Inspect the facilities and act to maintain excellent hygiene and safety (decontaminating equipment, sanitizing surfaces, preparing beds etc.)

Provide instant medical care in emergencies

Supervise and train home health aides (CHHAs)

Foster a supportive and compassionate environment to care for patients and their families

Expand knowledge and capabilities by attending educational workshops, conferences etc.

Experience

Proven experience as a licensed vocational nurse

Excellent knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures

Excellent knowledge of emergency care

In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (sanitation, decontamination etc.) and willingness to follow them at all times

A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Responsible and compassionate

Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills

Patient with excellent problem-solving skills

BS preferred or other diploma from a nursing program, high school diploma or equivalent

Valid nursing license

Licensed Vocational Nurses need to be recruited to care for our patients and facilitate their speedy recovery. You will be responsible for educating them and their families on prevention and healthy habits. The ideal candidate will be a responsible and well-trained professional able to give the best nursing care with little supervision. Compassionate and cool-tempered skilled nurses needed. Health and safety guidelines should be faithfully and consistently followed. The goal is to promote patient’s well-being by providing high quality nursing care.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of our patients by providing exceptional nursing care. We look forward to welcoming a skilled Licensed Vocational Nurse who is passionate about patient health and well-being.

Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour

Experience:

Home health: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

LVN License (Required)

Work Location: On the road

Home Health Licensed Vocational Nurse in Desert Hot Springs, CA

Home Health Licensed Vocational Nurse

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