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OXY HOME HEALTH SERVICES, INC.
LVN Field Nurse
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$66,078 / year median in California
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Field Nurse Duties:
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in their homes or other facility settings
- Conduct assessments and develop care plans for patients
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
- Monitor patient vital signs and assess for any changes in condition
- Educate patients and their families on proper healthcare practices and disease management
- Coordinate with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care
- Document patient information accurately and timely
Skills:
- Experience in hospice and home health field nurse
- Experience with plan of care and timely documentation
- Knowledge of medical coding and documentation practices
- Familiarity with family planning methods and counseling techniques
- Excellent nursing assessment, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to lift and move patients safely using proper body mechanics
- Skill in performing minor procedures such as suturing and wound care We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Field Nurse to join our team.
Pay:
$50.00- $55.