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International Health and Medical Services

Licensed Vocational Nurse

3 months ago

East Meadow

Job DescriptionCompany Description International Health and Medical Services delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home. Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real-time, actionable insights and on-the-ground quality delivery. We provide clinical services to include “hands on” direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities. With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation. Within our portfolio of companies, International Health and Medical Services headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defense and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care. Job Description This position is contingent on contract award. International Health and Medical Services is looking for an experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care to patients, including performing assessments, administering medications, and managing chronic and acute health conditions. This role involves collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure the delivery of effective medical services while maintaining adherence to safety, security, and regulatory standards within the facility. Key Responsibilities • Provides direct patient care including but not limited to:, • Implements nursing interventions to assist provider, • Consistently and correctly prioritizes patient care activities, • Identifies significant changes in the patient's condition and reports to the provider and/or RN Care Coordinator or charge nurse, • Implements nursing interventions based on scientific principles., • Performance of complex therapeutic procedures requires regular observation and guidance from the RN Care Coordinator or charge nurse., • Reports and records assigned nursing care including:, • Vital signs including pain as a 5th vital sign, • Dressing Change, simple and complex, • Oxygen administration, • Intake and output, • Pulmonary hygiene and drainage, • Administration of medications, • Administration of delegated procedures and treatments, • Collection of specimens, • Nutritional support via tube feeding, gastrotomy feeding, • Colostomy care, • Allergy screen, • EKG, • Clinical reminders with appropriated consults and alerts as indicated, • Assists with minor procedures, including obtaining and arranging necessary equipment, positioning patient, ensuring comfort and privacy., • Urinary catheterization and bladder instillations, • Tracheal suctioning, • Phlebotomy, • Administration of premixed IV piggybacks, • Recognizes acute patient's distress and initiates correct emergency interventions., • Performance of patient screening and preventive therapy as prescribed by Clinical Practice Guidelines and through the use of Clinical Reminders., • Maintains equipment and therapeutic environment to prevent injury to self or others., • Demonstrates compliance with all policies regarding infection control practices pertaining cleaning and processing of Reusable Medical Equipment., • Performs effectively all processes associated with preparation of Reusable Medical Equipment per Standard Operating Procedures for MEDVAMC specific to each device according to manufacturer's recommendations and requirements., • Demonstrates knowledgeable and understanding by adhering to Infection Control guidelines., • Observes and follows all established practices and complies with the Medical Center and VA policies on Safety, Employee Health Services, Worker's Compensation related to on-the-job injuries, and Personal Protective clothing/equipment., • Correctly Administers medications according to VAMC policy and Therapeutic Methods., • Based on the patient's goals, provides patient and family health education., • Personal growth should be achieved by practicing Caritas Process 1 loving-kindness toward self and others. Basic Requirements/Certifications: • Full, active, current and unrestricted licensure as a licensed practical or vocational nurse in a State, Territory or Commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico) of the United States, or District of Columbia., • At least two years of LVN Experience and phlebotomy experience preferred., • American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS)., • Employees shall have at least one year of general experience that demonstrates the following:, • The ability to greet and deal tactfully with the public., • Capability of understanding and applying written and verbal orders, rules, and regulations. All personnel shall be literate and be able to interpret printed rules and regulations, detailed written orders, training instructions and materials, and must be able to compose reports., • Good judgment, courage, alertness, an even temperament, and render satisfactory performance through knowledge of his/her position responsibilities. Graduate of a school of practical or vocational nursing approved by the appropriate State agency and/or accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) at the time the program was completed by the applicant. Physical Requirements: • This position is considered hazardous duty., • Required to walk unaided at a normal pace for up to 5 minutes and maintain balance., • Required to jog/fast walk up to ¼ mile., • Requires physical exertion such as lifting objects greater than 30 pounds., • Required to perform CPR/emergency care standing or kneeling., • Must have the ability to assist sick, injured, or aging patients or staff exiting the building (may require lifting, dragging, wheeling, or carrying someone who weighs significantly more than self)., • Must be able to see, hear and smell with aids if necessary., • Must be able to lift, push, or carry 30 pounds., • Must perform the duties of my job in a stressful and often austere environment without physical limitations., • Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time., • Average manual dexterity for computer operation., • Minimum of 21 years of age., • Must maintain current/physical residency in the continental U.S., • Pass a medical examination conducted by a licensed physician within 30 days prior to initial assignment., • Be a U.S. citizen or a person lawfully admitted into the U.S. for permanent residence., • Have resided in the U.S. for the last five years (unless abroad on official U.S. government duty)., • Successfully engage in and complete a thorough Background Investigation., • Poses or have ability to obtain required security clearances., • Proficiency in Spanish is preferred. Additional Information Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data. Comp: Min $33hr Max $37/hr Benefits – Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan paid time off and an annual bonus. International Health and Medical Services complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws International Health and Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal, state and local laws.

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