LVN/LPN / LVN/LPN / Kentucky / Any / Licensed Nursing Assistant Job in Elizabethtown, KY

Summary: • Ref #: C-LPN- • Profession: Licensed Practical Nurse • Job Type: Contract/Non-Travel • Location: Elizabethtown, KY • Start Date: ASAP • Duration: 4 weeks • Schedule: , 06:00 PM-06:00 AM • Rate: Local: $1,076/36-hours Requirements: • Valid and active Licensed Practical Nurse State license • BLS certification Responsibilities: • Deliver direct nursing care to patients, under the guidance of RNs or physicians, encompassing tasks like medication administration, wound care, and vital signs monitoring. • Perform comprehensive patient assessments, involving physical exams, medical histories, and medication reviews, to craft personalized care plans. • Administer prescribed medications and treatments meticulously, guaranteeing accurate dosing and adherence to established protocols. • Evaluate, clean, dress, and manage wounds, incisions, and injuries while actively monitoring for infection or complications. • Continuously monitor and meticulously document patients' vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rates. • Maintain detailed and precise patient records, recording changes in their condition, administered treatments, and medication management. • Educate patients and their families on their medical conditions, prescribed medications, and self-care practices, with a focus on overall well-being. • Administer and closely monitor intravenous (IV) medications and fluids, ensuring proper insertion and functioning of IV lines. • Provide care for patients with urinary catheters, including insertion, routine maintenance, and diligent monitoring for complications. • Collect patient samples, such as blood, urine, and sputum, for subsequent laboratory testing and analysis. • Collaborate closely with the healthcare team, including RNs, physicians, therapists, and support staff, to ensure seamless patient care. • Address patient comfort and safety requirements, including positioning, mobility assistance, and pain management. • Respond swiftly and effectively during medical emergencies, adhering to established protocols and delivering basic life support as necessary. • Adhere rigorously to infection control procedures, encompassing proper hand hygiene and utilization of personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent infections from spreading. • Safely handle, store, and dispose of medications and medical supplies, in strict a