Join Our Team as an Licensed Vocational Nurse in Carlsbad, Ca!
About Us: Infusion for Health is a premier, referral-based infusion center serving patients across California, Arizona, Nevada, Washington, Colorado, and Missouri. Our unique centers feature private, comfortable rooms for a personalized patient experience. We are committed to delivering exceptional infusion therapy in a patient-focused, compassionate environment, supported by a team of skilled professionals.
Why Infusion for Health?
* Patient-Centered Care: Our mission is to provide top-notch service and clinical care in a comfortable setting.
* Growth Opportunities: As we continue to expand, we offer opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
* Supportive Environment: Join a team where your expertise is valued, and you can make a real difference in patients’ lives.
Position Details: We are seeking a dedicated Licensed Vocational Nurse to join our Carlsbad, Ca clinic. This role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
What We Offer:
* Competitive hourly pay between $33- $38 per hour, with variations based on experience and expertise.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
* Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing required
* Current, unrestricted LVN license in California required
* Intravenous (IV) Certification required
* Basic Life Support (BLS) required
* Minimum of one-year post-graduate LVN experience required
* Recent infusion experience preferred
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
* Keen assessment and monitoring skills; ability to identify medication reactions quickly.
* Skilled at performing intravenous catheter placement and monitoring for signs and symptoms IV site related complications.
* Skilled in drawing labs using aseptic technique.
* Skilled at performing subcutaneous injections and monitor for site reactions.
* Able to demonstrate infection control precautions and sterile technique.
* Able to provide age-appropriate education to pediatric, adolescent, adult, and elderly patients.
* Demonstrate strong communication skills in speaking and writing.
* Effective interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to work independently as well as part of a group
* Strong computer skills, including word processing, efficient use of the internet and email, and experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
* Greet patients respectfully and ensure patients are cared for in a timely and safe manner.
* Provide general nursing care to patients; administer prescribed medications per drug protocol and within the scope of practice
* Perform an age vital signs and nursing assessment on each assigned patient.
* Provide age specific education; initiate and reinforce as needed for infusions/injections they are receiving.
* Review list of biologic questions for all patients.
* Provide patient education about individualized treatment and answer questions appropriately according to evidence-based practice and the Medication Policy and Procedures. Provide written education materials about the drug they are receiving.
* Follow the Five Rights prior to medication administration.
* Observe, record, and report patient's condition and reactions to drugs and treatments to the Medical Director and record in electronic medical record (EMR). Complete all other required documentation and reporting as necessary.
* Provide accurate, real-time documentation in the patient's EMR
* Provide close monitoring of patients in infusion rooms and prioritize complexity of care.
* Maintain timely flow of patient care and documentation.
* Respond to emergencies and confidently demonstrate and document interventions ordered by the Nurse Practitioner and/or Provider.
* Follow all OSHA guidelines to minimize exposure to blood borne pathogens.
* Follow HIPPA regulations and practices with a high level of integrity and honesty in maintaining patient confidentiality.
* Assist and support colleagues with all aspects of patient care
* participate and complete other duties as assigned
Monday to Friday
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