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FCN is currently recruiting Passionate and Committed Licensed Practical Nurse & Certified Nursing Assistant for Per-Diem/possible local contract opportunities with our Facility Partners in Hampton Roads & surrounding cities. Per Diem Opportunities in the following VA locations: Virginia Beach Norfolk Portsmouth Chesapeake Suffolk Newport News Hampton Williamsburg.

MUST BE LOCAL

BENEFITS:

GREAT COMPENSATION!! (ABOVE INDUSTRY STANDARD)

SAME DAY OR NEXT DAY PAY with RAPID PAY

REFER A FRIEND AND GET PAID

HIRING BONUS AFTER COMPLETION OF YOUR FIRST 2 SHIFTS - NEW HIRES ONLY

GUARANTEED WEEKLY PAY

FULL-TIME HOURS AVAILABLE
HEALTH BENEFITS INCLUDE MEDICAL VISION AND DENTAL

REQUIREMENTS:

Covid Vaccine

1 year Experience Minimum

BLS/CPR Certification

Updated PPD ( within 1 year)

Active LPN/CNA License

Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds without restrictions.

Must be able to stand and walk for long hours without restrictions.

Must be able to bend and lift without restrictions.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Care for patients in a professional and considerate manner. Licensed Practical Nurse & Certified Nursing Assistant professionals must be first and foremost qualified and compassionate. The ideal candidate will be experienced in providing diverse basic care to those who need it while remaining patient and calm. It is a demanding job but also very rewarding. . It is a demanding job physically ( must be able to lift at least 50 pounds, bend, lift, stand and walk without restrictions) and mentally but also very rewarding.

CNA RESPONSIBILITIES (not limited to)

Record a patient’s medical history accurately

Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate, etc.

Monitor patients’ conditions including fluid intake and output and compose patient charts

Assist residents with ADLs

Collect samples for lab testing as assigned

Provide emotional and psychological support when needed

Communicate with patients’ family or friends to provide advice, comfort, and release instructions

LPN RESPONSIBILITIES (not limited to)

delegate duties to CNA to provide the highest level of care

administer medications and treatments according to the MAR and TAR following MD orders

Provide wound care to patients by following MD orders

admit or discharge patients following facility protocol and MD orders

perform ongoing assessments on patients by following MD orders

explaining medications/treatments to patients and family members following HIPAA and facility protocol

familiar with G-tubes, and nebulizer treatments, & be comfortable with trachs

SKILLS

Proven experience as CNA or LPN

Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team

Familiarity with hospital health, safety, and sanitation standards and procedures

Understanding confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices

Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology

Good knowledge of MS Office and data entry

Perfect physical condition and stamina

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Compassionate and able to handle stress

Successful completion of the LPN or CNA program is a must

First Choice Nurses is a 12-year strong Nurse staffing agency dedicated to meeting the needs of our healthcare industry partners. We value our frontline staff and work hard for you so you can provide the highest quality care to your patients. We offer perdiem, local contracts, and travel contracts throughout the US.

FIRST CHOICE NURSES OF EASTERN VIRGINIA is an EEO employer

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