Licensed Practical Nurse

Job TitleMost Authentic of all American CitiesThe Location – New OrleansNew Orleans is a Louisiana city on the Mississippi River, near the Gulf of Mexico. Nicknamed the "Big Easy," it's known for its round-the-clock nightlife, vibrant live-music scene, and spicy, singular cuisine reflecting its history as a melting pot of French, African and American cultures. Embodying its festive spirit is Mardi Gras, the late-winter carnival famed for raucous costumed parades and street parties. Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) serves as the gateway to New Orleans and the surrounding region and offers nonstop flights to destinations worldwide. The new terminal opened in November 2019 with 35 gates, three concourses, and more than 40 shops and restaurants. MSY provides a safe and healthy passenger experience while showcasing the spirit of New Orleans throughout the facility through the presence of live music and local restaurants that characterize New Orleans' distinct culture. The Airport has free WiFi, water bottle filling stations, in-seat power outlets, and more.New Orleans VA Medical CenterNew Orleans VA Medical Center provides quality, compassionate, and safe health care to veteran patients throughout 23 parishes in southeast Louisiana. Recently, the SLVHCS expanded the New Orleans community of clinics by opening an Urgent Care Center. Patients can now avoid long waits in the emergency room for minor illnesses or injuries and receive timely health care provided by VA professionals experienced in urgent care. If the patient's emergency does require immediate attention they should dial 911 or go to the nearest hospital emergency room.Position OverviewDuties may include, but are not limited to:Obtain patient history and patient family historyPerform quality control checks and operator maintenance for a variety of patient care equipmentAssist in identifying patient needs and implementing the plan of careDocument care given and patient response in the medical recordPrepare patient for physical examinationCommunicate pertinent patient data to the appropriate providerPossess knowledge of actions and usual dosages of most commonly used emergency drugs and their locationRecognize emergency situations and initiate appropriate resuscitative measuresCarry out prescribed nurse initiated, nurse practitioner, and physician orders and document in patient medical recordAssist in patient/family education regarding prescribed medications/therapies/diagnostic proceduresAssess patient/family knowledge level, implement plan of instructions and record patient/family demonstrated level of understandingAssure content and correctness of a prepared report and sign document to validate its contentParticipate in monitoring quality of care according to processional standards and established proceduresRespond to telephone inquiries regarding ward services and/or follow-up ancillary reportsAssist with ward related administrative tasksAdminister oxygen, intravenous fluids and prescribed medications in accordance with VA policyDemonstrate sensitivity to cultural diversity, race, gender, and other individual differences in the workforce, in the Veteran population, and in the CommunityOther duties as assignedQualificationsPossesses a valid, current license (with no limitations, stipulations, or pending adverse actions) to practice nursing as an LPNHas been actively practicing as an LPN for at least one year within the past three years.Is capable of providing nursing care for adult medical and surgical patient.Has and maintains current BCLS certification.Has documented training and skills verification.At least 1 year of experience in primary care/ambulatory care.KurzSolutions is committed to improving health outcomes by providing well-managed companies with the top healthcare talent in the market.