First Choice Nurses of Eastern VA is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled
MUST BE LOCAL
Join the First Choice Nurses team today!
FCN is currently recruiting Passionate and Committed LPNs for Per-Diem/local contract opportunities with our Facility Partners in Hampton Roads & surrounding cities. Per Diem and Contract Opportunities in the following VA locations: Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Suffolk, Courtland, Windsor, Newport News, Hampton, Williamsburg.
BENEFITS:
* GREAT COMPENSATION!! (ABOVE INDUSTRY STANDARD)
* SAME DAY OR NEXT DAY PAY with RAPID PAY
* REFER A FRIEND AND GET PAID
* HIRING BONUS AFTER COMPLETION OF YOUR FIRST 2 SHIFTS
* GUARANTEED WEEKLY PAY
* FULL-TIME HOURS AVAILABLE
* HEALTH BENEFITS INCLUDE MEDICAL, VISION, AND DENTAL
REQUIREMENTS:
* Covid Vaccine
* 1 year Experience Minimum
* BLS/CPR Certification
* Updated PPD (within 1 year)
* Active LPN/CNA License
* Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds without restrictions.
* Must be able to stand and walk for long hours without restrictions.
* Must be able to bend and lift without restrictions.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Care for patients in a professional and considerate manner. LPN & CNA professionals must be, first and foremost, qualified and compassionate. The ideal candidate will be experienced in providing diverse basic care to those who need it while remaining patient and calm. It is a demanding job physically (must be able to lift at least 50 pounds, bend, lift, stand and walk without restrictions) and mentally but also very rewarding.
LPN RESPONSIBILITIES (not limited to):
* Delegate duties to CNA to provide the highest level of care.
* Administer medications and treatments according to the MAR and TAR following MD orders.
* Provide wound care to patients by following MD orders.
* Admit or discharge patients following facility protocol and MD orders.
* Perform ongoing assessments on patients by following MD orders.
* Explain medications/treatments to patients and family members following HIPAA and facility protocol.
* Familiar with G-tubes and nebulizer treatments, and be comfortable with trachs.
SKILLS:
* Proven experience as CNA or LPN.
* Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team.
* Familiarity with hospital health, safety, and sanitation standards and procedures.
* Understanding confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices.
* Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology.
* Good knowledge of MS Office and data entry.
* Perfect physical condition and stamina.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Compassionate and able to handle stress.
* Successful completion of the LPN or CNA program is a must.
First Choice Nurses is a 12-year strong Nurse staffing agency dedicated to meeting the needs of our healthcare industry partners. We value our frontline staff and work hard for you so you can provide the highest quality care to your patients. We offer per diem, local contracts, and travel contracts throughout the US.
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