• Licensed Practical Nurse

    Health Advocates Network (Snow Hill, NC)


    Health Advocates Network is currently seeking a **Licensed Practical Nurse** to work at a correctional facility in **Snow Hill, North Carolina.** These are _registry_ positions with our company.

     

    **Pay Rate:** $40 / hour

    *W2

    Job details:

    + 0600-1430

    Responsibilities:

    + Administer nursing care to ill, injured, or disabled patients

    + Monitor and report changes in patient symptoms or behavior

    + Communicate with collaborating physicians or specialists regarding patient care

    + Maintain accurate patient medical records

    + Provide companionship and basic care to patients

    + Administer prescribed medications to patients

    + Responsible for providing direct nursing care to patients, within the scope of practice to include, but not limited to, the following duties:

    + Screen, observe, and assess patients, provide basic wound care and personal care to patients.

    + Deliver routine respiratory therapy and other treatments.

    + Catheter and colostomy care.

    + Collect vital signs and specimens.

    + Prepare and administer medications.

    + Observe and record pertinent patient information.

    + Respond to emergencies, and assist the Registered Nurse and Physician, as required.

    Qualifications:

    + **Minimum 1-year previous working experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse**

    + Ability to build rapport with patients

    + Compassionate and caring demeanor

    + Familiarity with medical terminology

    + A valid and current CPR card (American Heart Association)

    + Must have up to date credentials in the state of **NC**

     

    If interested, please apply through this job post. You may send a copy of your most recent resume. If you have any questions, please feel free to call at **(800) 928-5561** and ask to speak with **Patrick** Monday-Friday (08:30 AM - 05:00 PM PST).

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    Health Advocates Network, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected basis under applicable federal, state or local law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies. EOE including Veterans/Disability