Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Perform aseptic techniques during medical procedures
- Collect and process specimens for laboratory testing
- Assist with sonography procedures as needed
- Lift and transfer patients safely and with proper body mechanics
- Assist with suturing wounds under the direction of a physician
- Provide education and counseling on family planning methods
- Administer dialysis treatments to patients as directed by healthcare providers
- Assist with Botox injections under the supervision of a licensed practitioner
- Assist with cardiac catheterization procedures as part of a medical team
- Administer basic IV therapy to patients under the direction of a healthcare provider
Requirements:
- Valid nursing license in [CA]
- Minimum [0-1] years of experience as a registered nurse
- Proficiency in performing aseptic techniques and specimen collection processing
- Familiarity with sonography procedures and equipment
- Ability to lift and transfer patients safely and effectively
- Knowledge of suturing techniques and wound care protocols
- Understanding of family planning methods and counseling techniques
- Experience in administering dialysis treatments is preferred but not required
- Familiarity with Botox administration protocols is preferred but not required
- Knowledge of cardiac catheterization procedures and equipment is preferred but not required
Pay: $45.00 - $50.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 per week
Benefits:
Continuing education credits
Flexible schedule
Paid training
Travel reimbursement
Medical specialties:
Home Health
Standard shift:
Day shift
Supplemental pay types:
Bonus opportunities
Breakdown pay
Completion bonus
Double time pay
Hourly bonus
Weekly schedule:
Weekends as needed
License/Certification:
LVN (Required)
BLS Certification (Required)
LPN (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements for the position of Field Nurse. It is not exhaustive and may be subject to change based on the needs of the healthcare facility.