Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN)

Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse (LVN/LPN)

ERP International is seeking a Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurse (LVN/LPN) for a full-time position supporting SHPE - Separation Health and Physical Examination located on Little Rock AFB, Arkansas. Join our team of exceptional health care professionals across the nation. Come discover the immense pride and job satisfaction ERP Employees experience in providing care for our Military Members, their Families and Retired Military Veterans!

Excellent Compensation & Exceptional Comprehensive Benefits! Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Paid Federal Holidays! Medical/Dental/Vision, STD/LTD/Life, Health Savings Account available, and more! Annual CME Stipend and License/Certification Reimbursement! Matching 401K!

ERP is a nationally respected provider of health, science, and technology solutions supporting clients in the government and commercial sectors. We provide comprehensive enterprise information technology, strategic sourcing, and management solutions to DoD and federal civilian agencies in 40 states. Founded in 2006, ERP is headquartered in Laurel, MD and maintains satellite offices in Montgomery, AL and San Antonio, TX - plus project locations nationwide. ERP is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran.

Responsibilities

Work Schedule: Work schedule shall be between 0700-1700 Monday-Friday to include a one-hour uncompensated meal break as determined by the clinical department.

Core Licensed Practical Nurse Duties: The duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Initiate, perform and complete assigned duties in providing care to variable patient populations.
• Complete assigned patient care based on the patients' conditions, use judgment in selecting the appropriate order and sequence of procedures and treatments, and accurately recognize, report and record relevant patient information.
• Observe, identify and respond to the patient's needs for care, including medication, equipment-assisted care and patient/family education.
• Prepare and administer prescribed medications (oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular and/or intravenous) and perform treatments according to established policies/procedures.
• Recognize urgent or emergent patient care situations, seek assistance of the RN and/or MD/DO, and initiate appropriate emergency interventions as directed.
• Perform support duties for complex diagnostic tests and/or specialized practices or procedures, which include preparing the patient, assisting in the diagnostic examination, preparing and handling specialized instruments or other specialized equipment, and monitoring the patient's condition before, during, and following the procedure.
• Orient peers and ancillary personnel to unit policies and procedures, skills, and standards of practice.
• Integrate healthy work environment principles that result in improved patient healthcare delivery, education of patients and their families and employee satisfaction.
• Perform clerical support, i.e. submitting consults, ensuring documents and consent forms are completed in regards to appointments.

Additional Duties:

• Provide Separation History and Physical Examination (SHPE) related health assessment, and Periodic Health Assessment (PHA) service support that complies with applicable Department of Defense and Air Force policy and guidance.
• HCW must become proficient in the use of the following computer systems: Military Health System (MHS) Genesis, Preventive Health Assessment and Individual Medical Readiness (PIMR), and any additional computer systems that are relevant to this position.
• Attend staff meetings to provide case discussion, continuing education, and continuous quality improvement and safety

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: LPN Certificate or Diploma. Graduate from an accredited community college, junior college, college, university, or Practical/Vocational nursing program approved by the appropriate State agency and accredited by one of the following accrediting bodies at the time the program was completed by the applicant: The National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
• Experience: One year of practical or vocational nurse experience after graduation.
• Licensure: Current, full, active and unrestricted LPN or LVN from any US state, district or territory.
• Life Support Certification: Possess and maintain a current AHA or ARC BLS Healthcare Provider certification.
• Security: Must possess ability to pass a Government background check/security clearance.