Licensed Practical Nurse - Naval Health

LICENSED PRACTICAL/VOCATIONAL NURSE

SITE OF SERVICE:

·        U.S. Naval Hospital Guam

·        Full Time

POSITION QUALIFICATION/REQUIREMENTS:

·        Degree: Certificate.

·        Education: Graduate from an accredited community college, junior college, college, university or vocational nursing program approved by the appropriate state agency and accredited by the Commission on Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) or another acceptable accreditation body outlined in the TO. 

·        Cardiac Certifications: Must have the following hands-on certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross: Basic Life Support (BLS)

·        Experience: Possess a minimum of 3-years of full-time experience within the last 5 years as a Licensed Practical Nurse in a clinical facility of similar size or complexity.

·        Licensure: Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse in any one of the 50 States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam or the U.S. Virgin Islands.

·        U.S. Citizenship: Shall be a U.S. citizen

·        English Language Requirement:  Shall be able to read, write, speak and understand English well enough to effectively communicate with all patients and other health care providers.

·        Physical Capability: Shall be physically capable of standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time and physically capable of performing all services required under the contract.

DUTIES:

·        Ensure patient care is carried out in accordance with the Standards of Nursing Care and the policies and procedures of the Hospital and/or Clinic.

·        Check patients into the clinic and triage using clinic guidelines. Inform the nurse, physician extender, or physician of the patient’s condition and potential problems.

·        Obtain and document patient and pertinent family history.

·        Perform a full range of diagnostic support duties which include taking vital signs, collecting specimens, obtaining, recording, and tracking results of diagnostics tools.

·        Assist the physician in a variety of diagnostic examinations such as lumber punctures, colposcopies, and sigmoidoscopies, by preparing, positioning, and monitoring patients, and setting out and handling instruments and equipment.

·        Perform, record, and report results for laboratory tests such as checking urine for sugar and stool for blood.

·        Perform a range of treatment procedures that include sterile dressing changes, applying compresses, monitoring IV fluids, inserting catheters and suctions, inserting nasogastric tubes, administering medications, giving enemas, setting up and giving treatment that requires auxiliary equipment such as oxygen and suction. Ambulate patients to other areas to include Radiology, various clinics, and physical therapy.

·        Prepare patients for tests, examinations, treatments, and/or surgery. Collect specimens such as urine sputum, and stool. Label specimens for laboratory examination and follow up by using MHS Genesis or by calling the laboratory for reports. Alert provider to conditions which deviate from expected findings.

·        Prepare, start, monitor, and discontinue intravenous fluids with accuracy and in accordance with established procedures.

·        Observe, report, and document all observed symptoms, reactions, treatments, and changes in the patient condition to the registered nurse, physician extender or physician. Make careful observations to assess that nursing procedures and treatment do not cause additional distress.

·        Perform routine nursing care activities such as taking blood pressures, temperatures, baths, and hygiene care, passing and removal of trays, changing linen, and otherwise assist in the care of the physical need of the patient.

·        Operate basic equipment required in delivery of patient care such as pumps, IV pumps, oxygen administration apparatus, and incentive spirometers.

·        Execute physician’s orders within the guidelines of standard nursing practice. Ensure accurate medication is administered in correct form and dosage to the proper patient as directed by the physician.

·        Maintain records of nursing care, dose, and time of medication administered, and indicate if the medication was not administered and the reason.

·        Recognize conditions which require isolation. Ensure universal precautions are used in all patient encounters.

·        Recognize emergency situations and assist with, or institute emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in patients such as cardiac arrest.

·        Perform preoperative procedures for minor surgery and fill out pre-op checklist.

·        Assist patients in admission, transfer, and perform discharge planning follows up and documentation.

·        Support the patient and/or family members toward the achievement of treatment plan goals. Provide instructions to the patient on invasive procedures, surgical procedures, and post-surgical conditions which were previously provided to the patient by a nurse, physician extender, or physician.

·        Instruct patients on how equipment is used such as oxygen, suction, cardiac monitor, and pulse oximeter. Instruct patients and family on use of prescribed medications, contraindications of medications, and the necessity of proper follow up care. Provide education to patients regarding elective procedures and screenings including but not limited to colon cancer screenings, vasectomies, colposcopies, mammograms, STIs, and diabetes management.

·        Provide emotional support to patients and families.

·        Handle telephone information requests with courtesy, accuracy, and respect for patient confidentiality. Receive information and distribute messages as necessary.

·        Alert Nurse Manager when maintenance and re-supply of pharmaceuticals in the clinic is needed.

·        Answer calls on the Nurse Advance Line as requested by the department.

HOURS:

Services shall be provided Monday through Friday, between the hours of 0700 and 1900 for an 8.5-hour shift period to include an uncompensated 30-minute meal break, respectively. In no instance will the HCW be required to provide excess of 80 hours per two-week period. Specific hours shall be scheduled 30 days in advance by the Department Head or a designated Government Representative.

Base Down Days:

During a planned closure of the facility due to training, closures before or after holidays family down days, Employee will only be compensated for the actual hours worked. If the clinic is closed and employee is not able to work, employee will be required to use leave or take LWOP (without penalty). 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS

Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Must be able and willing to reprioritize on short notice and work on multiple simultaneous projects. Flexible and able to work with various personalities. Teamwork skills required. Time management skills required. The ability to meet deadlines in a deadline intensive environment is essential. High level of adaptability and willingness to embrace change in a fast-paced, demanding environment.

LUKE is an Equal Opportunity employer

Links: To learn more about LUKE please visit our website at: https:www.lukestaffing.com