Licensed Vocational Nurse LVN
Company: Kindred Hospital Westminster
Location: Westminster
Posted on: September 18, 2023
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Job Description:
Description
**8K 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, t he 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, t he Licensed Practical
Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN administers medication, performs
treatments and patient care responsibilities as prescribed. ' The
Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN c onsults 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 p
rovides appropriate pain management techniques and educates the
patient and family regarding pain management. ' The Licensed
Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN a dministers medication
following the five rights of medication administration within scope
of practice. ' The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN
a ssists 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 a ssists 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 t reats 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 i nteracts
professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in
the formation of the plan of care. ' The Licensed Practical
Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN a ssists with admitting, discharging
and transferring of patients. ' The Licensed Practical Vocational
Nurse / LPN / LVN i dentifies and addresses psychosocial needs of
patients and family; communicates with Social Services/Discharge
Planner regarding both in-hospital and post discharge needs. $24 -
$34 / hour Qualifications
Education: 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. If you are a current
Kindred/RehabCare employee by Jobble
Keywords: Kindred Hospital Westminster, Westminster , Licensed Vocational Nurse LVN, Healthcare , Westminster, California
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