Licensed Vocational Nurse
14 days ago
Fresno
Job Description Join Our Team as an Licensed Vocational Nurse in Fresno, 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. What We Offer: • 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, • 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, • 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 Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm PST