Overview

ERP International is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) supporting the Pain Management Clinic at Mike O'Callaghan Military Medical Center, Nellis AFB, Las Vegas, NV. Apply online today and discover more about this exceptional employment opportunity. www.erpinternational.com

Be the Best! Join our team of exceptional health care professionals across the nation. Come discover the immense pride and job satisfaction ERP Employees experience in providing care for our Military Members, their Families and Retired Military Veterans! ERP International is honored to have been named one of The Washington Post's 2020 Top Workplaces!

* Excellent Compensation & Exceptional Comprehensive Benefits!

* Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time and 11 Paid Federal Holidays!
* Medical/Dental/Vision, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, and Health Savings Account available!

* Annual CME Stipend and License/Certification Reimbursement!

* Matching 401K!

About ERP International, LLC: ERP is a nationally respected provider of health, science, and technology solutions supporting clients in the government and commercial sectors. We provide comprehensive enterprise information technology, strategic sourcing, and management solutions to DoD and federal civilian agencies in 40 states. Founded in 2006, ERP is headquartered in Laurel, MD and maintains satellite offices in Montgomery, AL and San Antonio, TX - plus project locations nationwide. ERP is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran.

Responsibilities

Work Schedule:

Day Shift, Mon - Fri 0700-1600

No Call, No Weekends!

Job Specific Details and Tasks: The duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Serve as a Practical Nurse providing inpatient/outpatient services for patients in accordance with established policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines in the pain management
clinic.
• Coordinate patient care with members of the pain management team as well as members of the perioperative team, and facilitates the achievements of optimal outcomes in relation to
clinical care, quality and cost effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with standards of care and practice in accordance with all established policies, procedures, and guidelines used in the medical treatment facility (MTF). Provid Next e care within ethical and legal boundaries.
• Possess basic knowledge of emergency procedures in order to react promptly and appropriately to provide effective care during emergency situations, respiratory or cardiac arrest.
• Work with appropriate MTF/clinic staff in pain management to ensure medication/supplies are replenished.
• Skilled in preparing and administering medications in accordance with scope of practice and training.
• Perform/assist with procedures such as bladder catheterizations, pulse oximetry, oxygen administration, EKGs, glucose testing, and other clinic specified procedures, in accordance
with established protocols.
• Complete orientation and competency verification program in accordance with (IAW) unit guidelines.
• Provide outpatient clinic support, as well as support in a pre- and postoperative care setting to recover pain management patients after receiving moderate sedation.
• Initiate, perform and complete assigned duties in providing care to variable patient populations.
• Record treatment, procedures rendered, and observed effects.
• Provides individualized patient teaching on appropriate topics to include preventative healthcare and health maintenance.
• Adheres to infection control procedures including use of personal protective equipment, disposal of waste, and aseptic technique.
• Complete assigned patient care based on the patients' conditions, use judgment in selecting the appropriate order and sequence of procedures and treatments, and accurately
recognize, report and record relevant patient information.
• Observe, identify and respond to the patient's needs for care, including medication, equipment- assisted care and patient/family education.
• Prepare and administer prescribed medications (oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular and/or intravenous) and perform treatments according to established policies/procedures and within scope of practice.
• Recognize urgent or emergent patient care situations, seek assistance of the RN and/or MD/DO, and initiate appropriate emergency interventions as directed.
• Perform support duties in pain management for complex diagnostic tests and/or specialized practices or procedures, which include preparing the patient, assisting in the diagnostic examination, preparing and handling specialized instruments or other specialized equipment and monitoring the patient's condition before, during, and following the procedure.
• Screen, schedule and check-in patients and escort patients to treatment areas as wellas take, monitor and record physiological measurements. Screen patients at the reception desk foreligibility and verifies appointments with the appropriate health care provider along with book, schedule and notify patients for follow-up as required.
• Maintain patient medical records in electronic format as well as hard copy as required.
• Integrate healthy work environment principles that result in improved patient healthcare delivery, education of patients and their families and employee satisfaction.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
* Education: Graduate from an accredited community college, junior college, college, university or vocational nursing program.
* Experience: One year of practical or vocational nurse experience after graduation.

* Licensure: Active/Unrestricted LPN/LVN license from any state

* Life Support Certifications: Possess current ARC or AHA BLS certification.

* Security: Must be able to pass a Government background check and obtain a Government security clearance.