Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN)-Medical Surgical

ATC Healthcare is looking for a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse! The LPN/LVN provides skilled nursing services to patients in facilities, including hospitals; long term care and psychiatric hospitals; centers for the developmentally disabled; public health facilities; and veterans' hospitals. The LPN/LVN is under the direction of a professional registered nurse or medical doctor and provides a variety of related services to maintain a therapeutic environment. ABOUT US For more than 40 years, ATC Healthcare has provided leading nurses and healthcare professionals to hospitals and facilities nationwide. Healthcare systems around the U.S., including municipal health systems, multi-unit senior care companies, governments, school systems, VMS and MSP vendors trust us to deliver more than 100,000 nurses and other healthcare professionals on-demand. If you have a track record of success in healthcare, we want you to join us! We offer the following benefits: Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Referral program Tuition reimbursement 401k Plan Flexible Schedules Life insurance Disability insurance Identity theft insurance Compensation $37/hour REQUIREMENTS OF THE LPN/LVN POSITION: Completion of an accredited licensed practical nursing program. Current and unencumbered license in the state of practice. At least one year of experience in the last three years. Some states or clients may require an employment physical. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work sites vary. Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and other potentially infectious materials. Applicant should be able to read medical equipment and documents. Pushing carts and medical equipment may be a component of the job. Ability to assist with moving patients, transporting patients may be required. Representative Duties and Responsibilities Complies with ATC Healthcare Services policies and procedures. The licensed practical nurse (LPN) performs nursing acts, functions or performs tasks under the delegation/supervision of the registered nurse, medical physician or midlevel providers (e.g., PA's, NP's). Administers nursing procedures to patients in accordance with patients nursing care plans, such as sterile dressing, soaks, compresses, enemas, suppositories, tube feeding, oxygen therapy, range of motion therapy, catheterization, diabetic care, pre- and post-operative care, etc. Sets up prescribed medications in accordance with patients' nursing care plans. Administers medications to patients orally, intra-muscularly or subcutaneously. Monitors effects of medications, records medications given to patients' reactions. Assists in rehabilitation programming and activities for residents, such as: License Development of social skills Development of daily living skills Reality orientation Recreational skills, etc. Records treatment given to patients; takes/records and monitors patients' health. Transports/accompanies patients to procedures. If the LPN/LVN is currently IV certified, may perform limited IV tasks as permitted by the LPN/LVN nurse. Maintains confidentiality related to patient, family, client facility and staff in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Provides patient care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that considers cultural diversity and age appropriateness so that autonomy, rights, and dignity are preserved. Performs other duties as assigned. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice. Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE ADD TAG