Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical NurseLocal charm and historic rootsThe Community – Golden The City of Golden lies along Clear Creek at the base of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. Founded during the Pike's Peak Gold Rush on June 16, 1859, the mining camp was originally named "Golden City" in honor of Thomas L. Golden. Golden City served as the capital of the provisional Territory of Jefferson from 1860 to 1861, and capital of the official Territory of Colorado from 1862 to 1867. In 1867, the territorial capital was moved about 12 miles (19 km) east to Denver City. Golden is a part of the Denver–Aurora–Lakewood, CO Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 18,867.The Colorado School of Mines, offering programs in engineering and science, is located in Golden. Also there are the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, National Earthquake Information Center, Coors Brewing Company, CoorsTek, Boston Market, Spyderco, Software Bisque, American Mountaineering Center, and Colorado Railroad Museum. It is the birthplace of the Jolly Rancher, a candy bought out by the Hershey Foods Corporation, and home to Yeti Cycles. Famous western showman William F. "Buffalo Bill" Cody is buried nearby on Lookout Mountain.Located in an area of spectacular natural beauty, Golden is where the mountains meet the plains. The area offers outstanding outdoor recreation with biking, hiking and kayaking all available right in town. Golden also offers a wonderful, small mountain town atmosphere with creekside restaurants, outdoor cafes, fine dining, art galleries, outdoor recreation shops, one-of-a-kind boutiques, quaint historic homes, and a variety of museums. Explore Golden VA Clinic This clinic serves as a primary care facility for veterans in the Denver Metro, Front Range and Mountain communities.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 LPNLicensed to practice in the State of Colorado.Has 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.