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MedBridge Development · 1 month ago

Coastal LVN - Per Diem

Santa Barbara, CA, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$40/hr - $50/hr

1+ years exp

MedBridge Development is a specialized ambulatory surgery center focusing on Pain Management. The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) is responsible for providing compassionate nursing care to patients, ensuring their needs are met before, during, and after procedures.

ConsultingCRMHealth CareInformation TechnologyMedical

Responsibilities

Assesses, plans, and evaluates patient care efficiently and effectively

Assesses the physical status of the patient through personal observation and interaction

Assesses the individual psychosocial and spiritual needs of the patient

Demonstrates understanding and interpretation of diagnostic measures such as labs, chest x-ray, and EKG

Obtains an overview of the patient's status by reviewing the patient's chart

Identifies patient and verifies information

Starts IV and administers medication as ordered

Assures that proper supplies, instruments, and equipment are available for procedures

Educates patient by reviewing pre- and post-operative instructions and provides comfort and reassurance to patient

Communicates with patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees in a mature, responsible manner to ensure a positive and professional environment

Decrease patient's anxiety and help plan nursing actions intra-operatively, greet the patient in Pre-Op area for the purposes of identification, physical and psychological assessments

Competent in assessing, treating, and caring for individuals based upon patient-specific needs

May assist Pre/PACU and/or OR under the direction of the RN

Completes required documentation accurately, to company requirements, and in a timely manner

Preforms other related duties as required

Adheres to quality improvement, clinic safety, and infection control programs and activities

Complies with Center confidentiality and PHI policies and practices in accordance with HIPAA regulations

Must file an incident report for any unusual event that occurs to a patient or member of staff; this would include, but not be limited to, falls, needlestick injuries, aspiration of gastric contents, allergic reactions, and disruptive behavior by staff or patients. Also required to report any incidences or alleged incidences of abuse, harassment, or injury to self, other employees, or patients occurring at the Center or relating to the Center. Further specifications can be found in the Abuse Reporting documents and Code of Safe Practices

Qualification

Licensed Vocational NurseBLS certificationACLS certificationIV experienceSurgical experienceComputer proficiencyPatient advocacyPhysical abilityEnglish proficiency

Required

Graduate of an accredited Licensed Vocational School of Nursing

Current licensure to practice in the state of California

Current BLS certificate

Current ACLS certificate

Full command of the English language, both verbal and written

Proficient computer use

Must possess the physical ability and perceptive acuity (e.g., visual, hearing) to satisfactorily perform all direct and indirect care functions

Is willing to serve as patients' advocate during the pre-operative phase of surgical intervention

May be expected to lift twenty-five pounds without assistance. Is required to obtain assistance when moving patients unable to assist in moving unless patient is in wheelchair or on gurney. May be required to push patients in wheelchairs or on gurneys