NuWest Travel Nursing is seeking a LPN / LVN for a travel job in Augusta, Georgia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: LPN / LVN
- Discipline: LPN / LVN
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
We have a new assignment for LPN/LVN - LPN in Augusta, GA and are interviewing ASAP. This is a local, 5 x 8 Evenings 4pm to 11:30pm position at a great facility.
Pay range is $1292 - $1520 Per Week
Job Summary
The Licensed Practical Nurse assumes responsibility for complex direct nursing care of assigned geriatric patients in a Nursing Care Center. This individual also coordinates the nursing care provided as directed by nursing administration.
Responsibilities
The duties include, but are not limited to:
Makes work assignments
Monitors work performance for accuracy and completeness to ensure compliance with established nursing standards
Provides the comfort and safety of the patients
Maintains communication with immediate supervisor and Physician and seeks assistance when circumstances do not allow for independent action.
Take and record patients vital signs
Collect and forward specimens
Implement wound care as prescribed
Catheterize patients as ordered, monitor intake and output
Report any unusual finding to supervisor or Physician
Performs functions in the maintenance of proper nutrition and fluid balance, such as assisting with meals, tube feedings and monitoring oral fluid intake
Appropriate documentation of all care provided
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Certifications/License
Must possess a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS/BCLS certification and active Georgia licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401K, weekly direct deposit, and more.
NuWest Travel Nursing Job ID . Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
Compensation Information:
Starting at $1406.00 / weekly