Temp. Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

role and responsibilities Licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and licensed vocational nurses (LVNs) provide basic nursing care.

They work under the direction of registered nurses and doctors. essential functions :

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Prepares procedure rooms, prepping patients for procedures, assisting physicians in procedures.
• Anticipates procedure needs and outcomes to have necessary equipment available.
• Assists with minor surgical procedures in a sterile setting.
• Prepares labels and sends urine, biopsy, and culture specimens to appropriate laboratories.
• Has the ability to carry out clinical research protocols.
• Irrigates bladder independently and inserts and removes catheters.
• Performs the removal of breast, back, gall bladder and all other surgical drains during post-operation care.
• Oversees all exam rooms are properly equipped, stocked and organized.
• Manages the ordering of all supplies for clinic.
• Participates in licensed vocational nursing processes as directed, including possessing knowledge of male / female anatomy, sterile technique, medication administration, equipment and instruments needed for specialized procedures.
• Performs injections as directed by physician Rooms patients after paperwork is complete.  Documents chief complaint, vital signs, and updates health record in patient's chart.
• Obtains physician’s authorization for diagnostic tests and referrals, procedures, and medication, etc.
• May also act as a Patient Service Coordinator and / or Medical Assistant based on clinic need and required certification.
• Other duties as assigned.

Salary :

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. physical demands :