Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) at Yolo County Jail (PRN)
Company: Wellpath
Location: Woodland
Posted on: May 13, 2022
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Job Description:
Why Wellpath Here at Wellpath, everything that we do is about
taking care of people - our patients, our staff and our partners.
We are committed to making a difference by providing hope and
healing to vulnerable patients in challenging clinical
environments. Our talented, compassionate team thrives in an
autonomous environment, is empowered and supported by education,
training and the resources to practice healthcare the way it is
meant to be and strives to "Always Do The Right Thing!" About this
role Our Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LPN/LVN) is responsible for assisting in the delivery of patient
care through the nursing process of assessment, planning,
implementation and evaluation. Under the supervision of the RN(s),
directs and guides patient teaching and activities that
commensurate with his/her education and demonstrated competencies.
What you bring to the table Education: + Graduation from an
accredited School of Nursing Experience: + One (1) or more years
clinic experience preferred Licenses/Certifications: + Current
licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed
Vocational Nurse (LVN)+ Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed
Vocational Nurse (LVN) within the state+ Current CPR certification
What you will do + Under supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN),
assists in the assessment of the physical, psychological and social
dimensions of patients in the Health Care Unit and, as necessary,
in the housing units.+ Assists in planning an individual treatment
program by using available resources in planning care, and consults
with RNs and other staff as appropriate while applying knowledge
and resources in planning care and patient teaching.+ Implements
individualized treatment programs as directed by the Health Care
Practitioner.+ Count controlled substances, syringes, needles and
sharps at the beginning of each shift with another staff member and
sign count logs.+ Implements clinical and technical aspects of care
in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols.
Intervenes with proper safety techniques, procedures and standard
precautions.+ Responds to a code or health emergency within
standard guidelines.+ Implements medical plan through administering
medications in accordance with Health Care Practitioner's orders
and protocols: Administers medications according to proper
techniques and procedures including IV therapy (when certified) and
all other approved routes of administration. Uses pharmacy
knowledge and available resources to include drug reaction and
overdose in administration of medications.+ Implements medical
plans through obtaining diagnostic tests in accordance with Health
Care Practitioner's orders and protocols: Obtains body fluid
specimens and performs EKG's using proper techniques and
procedures. Communicates information to ancillary departments using
established referral process.+ Assists the Health Care Practitioner
in medical or minor surgical procedures as necessary and/or
requested to meet individual needs of patients.+ Implement
nutrition and therapeutic diet plan through proper techniques and
procedures as ordered by Health Care Practitioner.+ Documents
nursing encounters using the SOAP form of charting as required by
policy and procedure.+ Communicates information to nursing staff,
physician, health care unit supervisory personnel and other staff
as necessary.+ Respects dignity and confidentiality of patients.+
Attends mandatory staff meetings and training.+ Must be able to
obtain and maintain security clearance.+ Must be able to apply
principles of critical thinking to a variety of practical and
emergent situations and accurately follow standardized procedures
that may call for deviations.+ Must be able to apply sound judgment
beyond a specific set of instructions and apply knowledge to
different factual situations.+ Must be alert at all times; pay
close attention to details.+ Must be able to work under stress on a
regular or continuous basis.+ Post orders, if applicable, per site
contract.+ Perform other duties as assigned.Wellpath is an
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability Employer Our investment in
you + Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance plan options+ Time off &
leave benefits+ 401K+ Tuition Reimbursement+ Parental benefits+
Perks and discounts+ And more available here(Apply Need help
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Job _22-115587_ Facility _Yolo County Jail and Juvenile Hall_ Type
_PRN_ Shift _PRN_ Recruiter _Stacy Arlie_ Email _
Keywords: Wellpath, Woodland , Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) at Yolo County Jail (PRN), Healthcare , Woodland, California
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