Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)Are you a compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) with a passion for patient care? This is your chance to join a collaborative care team where you'll work closely with physicians and RNs, providing hands-on patient care in a collaborative clinical environment. You'll administer medications, support diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, monitor patient conditions, and ensure accurate documentation. All while building your clinical skills and contribution to high-quality patient care with a world-renowned hospital. If you're ready for a role where your expertise and teamwork make a real difference, we'd love to connect with you!What the job is like:Pay: $37.00 per hourSchedule: Days | Mon-Fri | 40 Hours/WeekShifts: 8-hour day shiftsLocation: Los Angeles, CADuration: 13 WeeksWhat's in it for you:Competitive payGreat working locationHealth / Vision / Dental / Life insuranceRefer-a-friend bonus*Weekly payroll24-hour accessibilityPersonalized serviceMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Licenses and Certifications:Active California LVN LicenseCurrent BLS CertificationExperience:High School Diploma or GED equivalentActive and valid LVN license (CA Board of Vocational Nursing)Min 1-2 years of nursing experience in a healthcare settingKnowledge of medical protocols, nursing policies, and proceduresAbility to administer medications and injections within scope of practiceStrong communication and documentation skillsAbility to work collaboratively in a team environmentBasic Life Support - American Heart AssociationResponsibilities:Administers nursing care to patients according to physician's and Registered Nurse's instructions and approved nursing and departmental policies and procedures; as a team member, participates in planning and maintaining nursing care plans assists physician in the performance of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and treatments; prepares, administers and records ordered medications and injections.Instructs and counsels patients relative to physical self-care and emotional needs concerning tests and specimen collections.Keep accurate records of administration of medications and treatments; makes reports of patient's progress towards goals; maintains medical records in order to meet legal requirements and provide reference for follow-up of patients' treatment and care.Maintain a safe, secure and clean environment; maintains adequate supplies and equipment in assigned area.Provides direct patient care to make patient clean and comfortable; may serve and feed patients; may assist patient with elimination functions.Recognizes and understands the effect of social and economic problems as well as cultural backgrounds and religious affiliations of patients and their families.Screens patients by obtaining histories; observes, reports and records physiological and psychological signs, symptoms and behaviors; takes vital signs; obtains specimens and may perform some required nursing diagnostic tests.Understands human relationships between patients, families and other health care personnel.When working in specialized areas, and after training in special procedures pertaining to such areas, performs specialized procedures as approved by nursing service policy.Who we are:Power Personnel has been working with healthcare professionals like you since 1994. We specialize in healthcare staffing and connect talented professionals with leading hospitals, clinics, and healthcare facilities. If you want competitive pay, excellent working conditions, and a team that supports you, Power Personnel is the place to be!