Licensed Practical Nurse
Location: Pierre South Dakota
Description: STG International is hiring Licensed Practical Nurse right now, this position will be placed in South Dakota. For detail informations about this position opportunity kindly see the descriptions. STG International is currently accepting resumes for a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse to provide services at Community Based Outpatient Clinic in Pierre, South Dakota
STG International is in an active bidding process for this position which is contingent upon STG International, Inc. being awarded the contract.
Ensure patient care is carried out in accordance with the Standards of Nursing Care and the policies and procedures of the clinic.
Check patients into the clinic and triage using clinic guidelines. Inform the nurse, physician extender or physician of the patie! nt’s condition and potential problems.
Obtain and d! ocument patient and pertinent family history.
Perform a full range of diagnostic support duties which include taking vital signs, collecting specimens, obtaining, recording and tracking results of diagnostic tools.
Assist the physician in a variety of diagnostic examinations such as lumber punctures, colposcopies and sigmoidoscopies, by preparing, positioning and monitoring patients, and setting out and handling instruments and equipment.
Perform laboratory tests such as checking urine for sugar and stool for blood. Record and report results.
Perform a range of treatment procedures that include sterile dressing changes, applying compresses, monitoring IV fluids, inserting catheters and suctions, inserting nasogastric tubes, administering medications, giving enemas, setting up and giving treatment that requires auxiliary equipment such as oxygen and suction. Ambulate patients to other areas to include Radiology, various clinics, and physic! al therapy.
Prepare patients for tests, examinations, treatments, and/or surgery. Collect specimens such as urine, sputum and stool. Label specimens for laboratory examinations and follow up by using CHCS, AHLTA or calling the laboratory for reports. Alert provider to conditions which deviate from expected findings.
Prepare, start, monitor and discontinue intravenous fluids with accuracy and in accordance with
established procedures.
Observe, report and document all observed symptoms, reactions, treatments and changes in the patient condition to the registered nurse, physician extender or physician. Make careful observations to assess that nursing procedures and treatment do not cause additional distress.
Perform routine nursing care activities such as taking blood pressures, temperatures, baths and hygiene care, passing and removal of trays, changing of linen, and otherwise assist in the care of the physical needs of the patient.
Operate basic equipment required in delivery of patient care such! as pumps, IV pumps, oxygen
administration apparatus and incentive spirometers.
Execute physician’s orders within the guidelines of standard nursing practice. Ensure accurate
medication is administered in correct form and dosage to the proper patient as directed by the physician.
Maintain records of nursing care, dose and time of medication administered, and indicate if the
medication was not administered and the reason.
Administer immunizations in a safe and accurate manner with strict adherence to all NAVHOSP,
NAVMED and CDC Immunization policies.
Recognize conditions which require isolation. Ensure universal precautions are used in all patient
encounters.
Recognize emergency situations and assist with, or institute emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in patients such as cardiac arrests.
Perform preoperative procedures for minor surgery, and fill out preop checklist.
Assist! patients in admission, transfer, and perform discharge planning follow-up and documentation.
Support the patient and/or family members toward the achievement of treatment plan goals.
Provide instructions to the patient on invasive procedures, surgical procedures and post surgical conditions which were previously provided to the patient by a nurse, physician extender or physician.
Instruct patients on how equipment is used such as oxygen, suction, cardiac monitor and pule oximeter.
Instruct patients and family on use of prescribed medications, contraindications of medications, and the necessity of proper follow-up care.
Provide emotional support to patients and families.
Ensure necessary supplies are available and equipment is in functioning order.
Provide an orderly, clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
Handle telephone information requests with courtesy, accuracy and respect for patient ! confidentiality.
Receive information and distribute messages a! s necessary.
Ensure maintenance and resupply of pharmaceuticals in the clinic.
Ensure upkeep and perform checks of emergency equipment i.e., oxygen, emergency cart, suction
apparatus, etc. and maintain appropriate logs. Inform the Charge Nurse of and discrepancy on daily checks.
STG International, Inc. (STGi) is a dynamic government contracting company dedicated to providing leading-edge Medical Staffing services to our government and military clientele.
Outside of Medical Staffing services, STGi also provides Human Resource Services and System Solutions, Management and Data Resources Consulting Services, and Professional and Administrative Services.
Headquartered in Alexandria, VA, STGi was founded in 1997 to provide high quality management and technical services to federal clients. Previously certified by the U.S. Small Business Administration as a woman-owned, minority business, STGi is a financially sound organization poi! sed for continued success, as is evidence by the company’s exponential growth each year.
STGi offers an outstanding benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match and a generous PTO policy. STG International is an EEO compliant
Required Skills
Have graduated from a Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse Program accredited by the
National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).
Possess a current, unrestricted license to practice as an LVN/LPN in any one of the 50 States, the District
of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam or the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Prior to commencing service under this contract, Licensed Practical (Vocational) nurses must attend a 2-
hour lecture on IV certification. Contractor nurses must then obtain certifications (e.g., IV, medications and blood
administration) in accordance with clinic nursing service and command policy! not later than 60 days after
commencement of services, including M! TF observation of three completed IV sticks.
A minimum of one year professional experience within the preceding three years working as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Possess current clinical competency, as defined in section 5 of BUMEDINST 6320.66E ( http://navymedicine.med.navy.mil/default.cfm?selTab=Directives ), in the clinical discipline required by this contract (e.g., physician, RN, dentist). Officials from the medical treatment facility (MTF) where contract services will be performed will exercise their medical judgment when assessing whether the HCW’s professional skill set and clinical practice history satisfy the indicia of current clinical competency that are specified in this instruction. To enable this assessment to be made, the HCW shall submit two letters of recommendation from supervisors attesting to personal clinical experience and professional skills as a practitioner in the HCW’s discipline. These letters must be dated and shall includ! e the name, title, phone number, address and signature of the individual providing the reference. The letters must have been written within the preceding 2 years .
Required Experience
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If you were eligible to this position, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to STG International.
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This position starts available on: Tue, 26 Nov 2013 08:54:35 GMT