Home Health VOCATIONAL Nurses - RIVERSIDE COUNTY, CA LOW DESERT CITIES
Benefits:
Life insurance
Paid sick time
Travel reimbursement
401(k)
Company parties
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
We are seeking Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN) in the coverage area centered around the LOW DESERT CITIES of RIVERSIDE COUNTY, CA to become a part of our team - per diem and full-time opportunities! You will provide routine healthcare to patients at the patient's home or in a care facility.
Busy Home Health Agency in need of LVNs that reside near the LOW DESERT CITIES of RIVERSIDE COUNTY, CA. Requires 1 year of home health, hospital, nursing home and/or hospice experience. Flexible schedule and possible full-time/part-time/per diem positions available.
We are looking for Licensed Vocational Nurses to care for our patients and facilitate their speedy recovery. You will be responsible for educating them and their families on prevention and healthy habits. The ideal candidate will be a responsible and well-trained professional able to give the best nursing care with little supervision. Compassionate and cool-tempered skilled nurses needed. Health and safety guidelines should be faithfully and consistently followed. The goal is to promote patient’s well-being by providing high quality nursing care.
Responsibilities
Monitor patient’s condition and assess their needs to provide the best possible care and advice
Observe and interpret patient’s symptoms and communicate them to physicians
Collaborate with physicians and nurses to devise individualized care plans for patients
Perform routine procedures (blood pressure measurements, administering injections etc.) and fill in patients’ charts
Adjust and administer patient’s medication and provide treatments according to physician’s orders
Inspect the facilities and act to maintain excellent hygiene and safety (decontaminating equipment, sanitizing surfaces, preparing beds etc.)
Provide instant medical care in emergencies
Supervise and train home health aides (CHHAs)
Foster a supportive and compassionate environment to care for patients and their families
Expand knowledge and capabilities by attending educational workshops, conferences etc.
Skills
Proven experience as a vocational nurse
Excellent knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures
Excellent knowledge of emergency care
In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (sanitation, decontamination etc.) and willingness to follow them at all times
A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Responsible and compassionate
Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills
Patient with excellent problem-solving skills
BS or other diploma from a nursing program
Valid nursing license