Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN)

ATC Philadelphia•Newtown Square, PA

About The Position

ATC Healthcare is seeking a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse to provide skilled nursing services in facilities such as hospitals, long-term care and psychiatric hospitals, centers for people with developmental disabilities, public health facilities, and veterans’ hospitals. The LPN/LVN works under the direction of a registered nurse or medical doctor and provides services that help maintain a therapeutic environment. Duties and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice. ATC Healthcare has provided nurses and healthcare professionals to hospitals and facilities nationwide for more than 40 years. The company provides staffing to healthcare systems and other organizations across the United States.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited licensed practical nursing program.
Current, unencumbered license in the state of practice.
At least one year of experience within the last three years.
Complete background screening as required by state or client contract.
Complete drug screening as required by contract.

Nice To Haves

Current IV certification may allow the nurse to perform limited IV tasks, as permitted.

Responsibilities

Comply with ATC Healthcare Services policies and procedures.
Perform nursing acts and tasks under the delegation or supervision of a registered nurse, physician, or midlevel provider.
Administer nursing procedures according to patients’ care plans, including sterile dressings, soaks, compresses, enemas, suppositories, tube feeding, oxygen therapy, range-of-motion therapy, catheterization, diabetic care, and pre- and post-operative care.
Set up and administer prescribed medications, including oral, intramuscular, and subcutaneous medications.
Monitor medication effects and record medications administered and patients’ reactions.
Assist with rehabilitation programming and activities, including social skills, daily living skills, reality orientation, and recreational skills.
Record treatments; take, record, and monitor patients’ health information.
Transport or accompany patients to procedures.
Perform limited IV tasks if currently IV certified and permitted by applicable rules.
Maintain confidentiality regarding patients, families, client facilities, and staff in accordance with HIPAA.
Provide non-judgmental, non-discriminatory care that respects cultural diversity, age appropriateness, patient autonomy, rights, and dignity.
Perform other duties as assigned.