LVN​/LPN​/LVN​/LPN​/Michigan​/Licensed Vocational Nurse-Albion, MI

Position: LVN/LPN / LVN/LPN / Michigan / Contract / Licensed Vocational Nurse-Albion, MI Job
STG International is recruiting for a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse for The Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR)

Job Responsibilities:

Provides direct nursing care to UC Works within Scope of Practice and performs functions outlined in the Guidelines for the Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse. Assists with medical appointments, emergencies and sick call by taking vital signs and documenting UC medical complaints. Assists with minor surgical procedures. Ensures the medical providers orders are implemented. Applies knowledge of drugs and therapeutics when administering medication.

Documents all UC contacts. Develops nursing care plans. Coordinates health care needs of detainees with other staff members and coordinates referrals providers as required. Performs record keeping functions in accordance with program policies. Maintains patient confidentiality and confidentiality of medical records. Maintains safety when administering medications and HIPAADestroys and properly disposes of all needles/syringes. Assists with the disposal of biologically hazardous wastes on a regular basis.

Assures a safe and clean working environment. Assists with maintenance of medical equipment and quality control of laboratory reagents. May assist in maintaining medical supply stock level, restocking as needed. May order supplies (lab and otherwise). Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Provides daily nursing care as needed and notifies RN, Physician, or PA/NP of any abnormal findings. Makes beds in the unit as needed.