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ERP International•Las Vegas, NV

8d•Onsite

About The Position

ERP International is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) to support the Pain Management Clinic at the Mike O’Callaghan Military Medical Center, Nellis AFB, Las Vegas, NV. This role involves providing exceptional care to Military Members, their Families, and Retired Military Veterans. ERP International is recognized as a Top Workplace by WTOP News for 7 consecutive years. We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited community college, junior college, college, university, or vocational nursing program approved by the appropriate State agency and accredited by one of the following accrediting bodies at the time the program was completed by the applicant: The National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
One year of practical or vocational nurse experience after graduation.
Minimum 6 months of experience must be within the last year.
Possess current unrestricted RN License from any state.
Possess current ARC or AHA BLS Healthcare Provider certification.
Must be certified to place IV (intravenous) catheters and present proof of certification.
Possess the ability to pass a government background check/security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Place intravenous (IV) catheters to support procedural requirements.

Responsibilities

Serve as a Practical Nurse providing inpatient/outpatient services for patients in accordance with established policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines in the pain management clinic.
Coordinate patient care with members of the pain management team and perioperative team to facilitate the achievements of optimal outcomes in relation to clinical care, quality, and cost effectiveness.
Ensure compliance with standards of care and practice in accordance with all established policies, procedures, and guidelines used in the medical treatment facility (MTF).
Provide care within ethical and legal frameworks.
Possess basic knowledge of emergency procedures in order to react promptly and appropriately to provide effective care during emergency situations, respiratory or cardiac events.
Work with appropriate MTF/clinic staff in pain management to ensure medication/supplies are replenished.
Skilled in preparing and administering medications in accordance with scope of practice and training.
Perform/assist with procedures such as interventional pain procedures, bladder catheterizations, pulse oximetry, oxygen administration, EKGs, glucose testing, and other clinic specified procedures, in accordance with established protocols.
Complete orientation and competency verification program in accordance with (IAW) unit guidelines.
Place intravenous (IV) catheters to support procedural requirements.
Provide outpatient clinic support, as well as support in a pre- and postoperative care setting to recover patients in a phase 2 environment.
Initiate, perform, and complete assigned duties in providing care to variable patient populations.
Record treatment, procedures rendered, and observations.
Provides individualized patient teaching on appropriate topics to include preventative healthcare and health maintenance.
Adheres to infection control procedures including use of personal protective equipment, disposal of waste, and aseptic techniques.
Complete assigned patient care based on the patients’ conditions, use judgment in selecting the appropriate order and sequence of procedures and treatments, and accurately recognize, report and record relevant patient information.
Observe, identify, and respond to the patient’s needs for care, including medication, equipment-assisted care and patient/family education.
Prepare and administer prescribed medications (oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular and/or intravenous) and perform treatments according to established policies/procedures and within scope of practice.
Recognize urgent or emergent patient care situations, seek assistance of the RN and/or MD/DO, and initiate appropriate emergency interventions as directed.
Perform support duties in pain management for complex diagnostic tests and/or specialized practices or procedures, which include preparing the patient, assisting in the diagnostic examination, preparing, and handling specialized instruments or other specialized equipment and monitoring the patient’s condition before, during, and following the procedure.
Screen, schedule and check-in patients and escort patients to treatment areas as well as take, monitor and record physiological measurements.
Screen patients at the reception desk for eligibility and verify appointments with the appropriate health care provider along with book, schedule and notify patients for follow-up as required.
Maintain patient medical records in electronic format as well as hard copy as required.
Integrate healthy work environment principles that result in improved patient healthcare delivery, education of patients and their families and employee satisfaction.
Regularly inventory, restock, and audit all clinic room supplies, checking for and removing any expired items to ensure patient safety and readiness.