Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our team as a Field Nurse, delivering high-quality patient care directly in the community. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work independently while making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals across diverse settings. As a vital member of our healthcare team, you will provide comprehensive nursing services, coordinate patient care plans, and support patients in maintaining their health and independence. Your expertise will help bridge the gap between clinical care and community living, ensuring each patient receives personalized attention and exceptional care.
Duties
- Conduct thorough patient assessments including vital signs, physical examinations, and health histories to develop tailored care plans.
- Administer medications, injections, IV infusions, and perform catheterizations following strict protocols to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Provide specialized care for individuals with developmental disabilities, dementia, Alzheimer's disease, memory care needs, and those requiring hospice or palliative support.
- Assist with complex procedures such as tube feeding, wound suturing, sterile processing, and respiratory support including ventilator management.
- Document all patient interactions accurately using EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems like Epic, Cerner, or Athenahealth while adhering to HIPAA regulations.
- Educate patients and their families on health coaching, medication management, discharge planning, and chronic disease management strategies.
- Coordinate with healthcare providers for diagnostic evaluations like medical imaging or laboratory testing; facilitate specimen collection and processing when necessary.
Skills
- Proven experience with Epic EMR systems or similar EHR platforms; familiarity with ICD-9/10 coding for accurate documentation.
- Strong background in critical care environments such as ICU, trauma centers (Level I & II), or emergency rooms; including acute pain management and infectious disease care.
- Extensive knowledge of geriatrics, dementia care (including Alzheimer's), hospice services, and long-term care settings such as nursing homes or assisted living facilities.
- Skilled in patient assessment techniques including vital signs measurement, anatomy/physiology knowledge, airway management, and IV insertion/injection administration.
- Ability to perform complex procedures like spinal taps, gastric lavage, dialysis support, or PICU interventions with precision and aseptic technique.
- Excellent communication skills for triage assessments, case management coordination, teaching hospital experience preferred for complex cases involving medical-surgical or pediatric patients.
- Working knowledge of ICD coding (ICD-9/10), CPT coding for procedures like botulinum toxin treatments or dermatological fillers; familiarity with medical terminology is essential. Join us to be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering compassionate community-based nursing care! We value energetic professionals who thrive on making a positive impact through expert clinical skills combined with heartfelt patient engagement. All positions are paid roles that recognize your vital contributions to health and wellness across diverse environments—home care, outpatient clinics, hospitals, or long-term facilities.
Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour
Work Location: On the road
