Lvn Jobs in Indio, TX

About The Position

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited licensed practical/vocational nurse program.
• Current state licensure as a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse.
• CPR/BCLS certification.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• ACLS certification preferred.
• Certification required or obtained within six months is highly preferred.
• At least six months of Medical/Surgical experience in an acute care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of medications and administer them correctly based on patients’ ages and clinical conditions.
• Follow medication procedures to reduce the potential for medication errors.
• Provide patient care that meets standards specific to patients’ ages, including geriatric and general inpatient rehabilitation patients.
• Under R.N. supervision, assist with patient assessments and policy-required reassessments; identify and initiate appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventions.
• Under R.N. supervision, perform timely and accurate QI assessments.
• Carry out the plan of care according to patient needs and response to treatment; evaluate its effectiveness daily and update the interdisciplinary care plan when patient condition or needs change.
• Interact professionally with patients and families and involve them in forming the plan of care.
• Assess and reassess pain, use appropriate pain management techniques, and educate patients and families about pain management.
• Provide care in a way that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of healthcare errors.
• Develop and deliver teaching based on patients’ identified learning needs, include family as appropriate, and evaluate learning effectiveness.
• Perform treatments and provide services within the scope of licensure.
• Communicate appropriately with Registered Nurses, leadership, coworkers, physicians, and Rehabilitation Services staff.
• Participate in team conferences and consult other departments as appropriate to meet patients’ interdisciplinary needs.
• Maintain effective working relationships within the department and with other departments.
• Provide a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff; comply with approved safety standards and operate equipment safely and correctly.
• Participate in Continuous Quality and Performance Improvement activities and suggest improvements to patient care, safety, and education.
• Remain flexible and organized and function effectively under stressful situations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Brand-new hospital with cutting-edge equipment and technology.