Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for travel assignments, offering a rewarding opportunity to provide exceptional patient care across diverse healthcare settings. The ideal candidate will possess a strong clinical background, including experience in critical care, long-term care, and specialized medical environments. This role involves traveling to various facilities to deliver high-quality nursing services, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and compliance with healthcare standards. Join us to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives while advancing your professional journey.
Duties
- Administer medications, including injections and IV infusions, following prescribed protocols while ensuring patient safety.
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, vital signs monitoring, and physical examinations to inform care plans.
- Assist with complex procedures such as catheterization, wound suturing, and airway management.
- Document all patient interactions accurately within Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, maintaining compliance with HIPAA and confidentiality policies.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse populations, including geriatric and pediatric patients.
- Provide specialized care such as dementia, Alzheimer's, memory care, hospice support, and trauma-related treatments.
- Support discharge planning and coordinate with families and caregivers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
- Engage in infection control practices and maintain sterile techniques during procedures.
- Participate in ongoing training on EMR/EHR systems like Epic, Cerner, or Athenahealth to enhance documentation efficiency.
- Respond effectively to urgent situations in emergency or urgent care environments, utilizing first aid skills and acute pain management techniques.
Requirements
- Valid LPN license in good standing; additional certifications such as BLS/CPR required.
- Proven experience working in diverse healthcare settings including hospitals (ICU, Emergency Room, Level I & II Trauma Centers), nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or home care.
- Critical care experience preferred; familiarity with ICD-9/10 coding and medical documentation standards essential.
- Knowledge of EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, or Athenahealth for accurate record keeping.
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities or developmental challenges is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of physiology, anatomy, pharmacology related to nursing practice.
- Ability to adapt quickly to new environments and travel frequently between locations.
- Excellent communication skills for effective caregiver and client interactions across diverse populations.
- Demonstrated ability to follow long-term care regulations and maintain clinical confidentiality policies.
If you are committed to delivering compassionate nursing care through dynamic travel assignments while utilizing your extensive clinical expertise, we encourage you to apply today. Join our team of dedicated professionals committed to excellence in patient-centered healthcare.
Pay: $1,600.00 per week
Work Location: On the road
