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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Endocrinology Clinic
Location:
Portsmouth, VA
Description:
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Endocrinology Clinic job in Portsmouth, Virginia. Veterans and Military Spouses Encouraged to Apply Civilian position at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth Monday-Friday days Benefits: Health and Welfare Benefits Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Paid Sick Time Company-funded match and safe harbor 401(k) Medical, Dental and vision plans available Life insurance and accidental death plans available Short-term and long-term disability plans available TRICARE Supplemental available Supplemental Benefit plans available Referral bonuses Employee Assistance Program Pet Insurance Plans available College Tuition Benefit Program available Will Preparation Services available Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Endocrinology Clinic Job Overview: . Monitor and provide nursing care to acutely ill patients awaiting admission to the hospital and/or transport to the Urgent Care Clinic/Emergency Room. Assist in check-in and checkout of patients; perform computer end of day processing functions; arrange patient appointments; assist patients in scheduling referrals and consults. Assist with diabetes classes and make follow-up telephone calls to patients for the purpose of assessing their understanding of their disease and treatment protocols. Perform blood sugar testing and teach the proper use of glucometer. Assist with insulin pump and continuous glucose monitoring system programs. Attend Diabetes Education Class for nurses (certification not required). Attend training and receive certification to perform dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scans used to measure bone density. Assist providers with diagnostic examinations such as sonographic thyroid exams; perform unscheduled patient blood pressure checks, blood sugar checks and place patient glucose summary information in patient's health record; complete lab requisitions and referral forms as patient need dictates. Prepare, administer, and document oral, topical, intradermal, subcutaneous and intramuscular medications in accordance with orders and prescribed method. Provide information to the patient about procedures, reactions, side effects, and possibility of adverse actions. Measure dosage and administer vaccinations and immunizations such as pneumococcal vaccines, influenza vaccines, and injections such as Vitamin B12. Perform metabolic testing including placement of intravenous (IV) phlebotomy labeling and transport of specimens and patient monitoring. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Endocrinology Clinic Job Qualifications: 6 months within the last 2 years as an LPN caring for patients with diabetes mellitus in an outpatient acute care (hospital based) or ambulatory care setting 1 year of LPN experience after graduation Graduate of a State Board of Nursing approved LPN/LVN training program OR be a graduate of a nursing program a program accredited by ACEN OR have completed an equivalent military training program. Basic Life Support (BLS) by American Red Cross or American Heart Association LPN Licensure: active, current, unrestricted. Any US state or territory Come join our team of healthcare professionals! #FSR123 FSR employs healthcare professionals at government medical facilities providing care to military service members, retirees, and their families. Since 2004, FSR has built mutually beneficial, sustainable partnerships with healthcare professionals and our clients nationwide. FSR is an award winning organization built with committed professionals with a unified vision of helping others. We are honored to be named one of the Baltimore Sun's Top Workplaces! Federal Staffing Resources dba FSR is an Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran/military spouse This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. #OFCCP
Company:
FSR
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Endocrinology Clinic is a Nurse & Healthcare Licensed Practical Nurse Job at FSR located in Portsmouth VA. Find other listings like Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Endocrinology Clinic by searching Oodle for Nurse & Healthcare Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Endocrinology Clinic is a Nurse & Healthcare Licensed Practical Nurse Job at FSR located in Portsmouth VA. Find other listings like Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Endocrinology Clinic by searching Oodle for Nurse & Healthcare Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs.