Travel LPN / LVN - $1,037 per week

Kern Medical - 1700 Mount Vernon Ave. · Bakersfield, California

Kern Medical - 1700 Mount Vernon Ave.

Bakersfield, California

Full Time

Job Description

Performs responsible patient care functions utilizing broad knowledge in techniques, methods, procedures, and equipment required in support of the registered nurse and medical staff in patient treatment.
Performs general nursing care in a correctional setting.
Takes and records temperature, pulse and respiration.
Observes and keeps records and reports unusual conditions or behavior.
Participates in the development of nursing care plans.
Maintains records reflecting patient's condition, medication, and treatment.
Prepares patients for examinations and treatments.
Administers special diets and treatments as prescribed.
Gives medications if certified.
Assists staff with dressings.
Demonstrates clinical knowledge and skill in the care of patients ranging from newborn to geriatric.

Possession of a current valid license as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California.
Possession of a temporary license as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California.
Possession of an interim permit to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California.
Vocational Nurse II is required to be certified by Kern Medical Center to give medication.
One (1) year of experience in a correctional health care specialty may be substituted for intravenous infusion certification at the Vocational Nurse II level.
Probationary employees must acquire their California Vocational Nurse license during their 6-month probationary period.

Possession of a current valid license as a Vocational Nurse as issued by the State of California OR possession of a temporary license as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California OR possession of an interim permit to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California.
Vocational Nurse II is required to be certified by Kern Medical Center to give medication.
One (1) year of experience in a correctional health care specialty may be substituted for intravenous infusion certification at the Vocational Nurse II level.
Probationary employees possessing a temporary license OR an interim permit must acquire their California Vocational Nurse license during their 6-month probationary period or fail probation.