Licensed Vocational Nurse Part Time Nights

Kindred Healthcare•Paramount, CA

2d•$24 - $31

About The Position

Kindred Hospital Paramount and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) is a 177-bed hospital, including 159 long-term acute care hospital beds and an 18-bed ARU. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Licensed Vocational Nurse provides nursing care within the scope of licensure to assigned patients in accordance with established nursing standards and hospital policies and procedures. The role administers medications, performs treatments and patient-care responsibilities, supports rehabilitation and treatment according to the medical plan of care, and assists physicians with examinations, treatments, and special procedures. The nurse monitors and communicates patient symptoms, reactions, and changes in condition to the Registered Nurse; provides pain management and education; and helps address patients’ age-specific, psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and spiritual needs. The position also supports patient and family involvement in care planning and communicates with Social Services or the Discharge Planner about care needs during and after hospitalization. The position is part-time, night shift. The listed pay range is $24.48–$31.05 per hour. Travel is approximately 0%.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited program for licensed vocational or practical nurses.
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse license.
BLS certification required.
Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on patient age and clinical condition.
Basic computer knowledge.
Ability to organize tasks, develop action plans, set priorities, and function under stressful situations.
Ability to maintain good working relationships within the department and with other departments.
Good and regular attendance.
Must read, write, and speak fluent English.

Nice To Haves

At least six months of prior experience in an acute care setting is preferred.
Intravenous Therapy and Blood certifications preferred.
ACLS may be required in certain care areas.

Responsibilities

Administer medications, perform treatments, and provide patient care as prescribed under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Keep the Registered Nurse informed of activities, symptoms, reactions, and changes in assigned patients’ conditions.
Provide appropriate pain management techniques and educate patients and families about pain management.
Administer medication according to the five rights of medication administration and within scope of practice.
Assist with patient rehabilitation and treatment according to the medical plan of care, and update or revise the plan under Registered Nurse supervision.
Assist physicians with examinations, treatments, and special procedures, and perform technical and manual services as directed by the Registered Nurse.
Treat patients and families with respect and dignity, identifying and addressing psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious or spiritual needs.
Interact professionally with patients and families and involve them in forming the plan of care.
Communicate with Social Services or the Discharge Planner about patients’ in-hospital and post-discharge needs.
Interpret patient-status data to identify age-specific needs and provide appropriate care.
Perform patient care in a manner that optimizes safety and reduces the likelihood of medical or health care errors.
Perform other related duties as assigned.