LVN/LPN / LVN/LPN / Michigan / Contract / Licensed Vocational Nurse-Albion, MI Job

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse

Job Description:

• Provides direct nursing care to UC
• Works within Scope of Practice and performs functions outlined in the Guidelines for the Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse
• Assists with medical appointments, emergencies, and sick call by taking vital signs and documenting UC medical complaints
• Assists with minor surgical procedures
• Ensures the medical providers' orders are implemented
• Applies knowledge of drugs and therapeutics when administering medication
• Documents all UC contacts
• Develops nursing care plans
• Coordinates health care needs of detainees with other staff members and coordinates referrals to providers as required
• Performs record-keeping functions in accordance with program policies
• Maintains patient confidentiality and confidentiality of medical records
• Maintains safety when administering medications and HIPAA
• Destroys and properly disposes of all needles/syringes
• Assists with the disposal of biologically hazardous wastes on a regular basis
• Assures a safe and clean working environment
• Assists with maintenance of medical equipment and quality control of laboratory reagents
• May assist in maintaining medical supply stock levels, restocking as needed
• May order supplies (lab and otherwise)
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned
• Provides daily nursing care as needed and notifies RN, Physician, or PA/NP of any abnormal findings
• Makes beds in the unit as needed