Welch Community Hospital _ McDowell County, WV

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**Special Hiring Rate: $17.29/hr**

Direct nursing care to ill/injured/infirm individuals within a state-operated facility. Work is typically performed under the supervision of a registered professional nurse or licensed physician. May direct the activities of nursing assistants, aides and technicians in providing basic patient care services. Required to participate in continuing education in nursing. Performs related work as required. Alternate work schedules are typical.

Examples of Work

• Takes and records temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration; collects blood and specimens for testing; performs catheterization and colostomy care; continues and discontinues intravenous fluids; administers medications according to the patient care plan.
• Screens patients and records medical information; assists physician and registered nurse in examinations and treatments; sets up and cleans examination area; gives injections and immunizations; instructs clients in the use of medications and self-care procedures.
• Observes, records, and reports to appropriate persons the physical and mental condition of the patient and signs and symptoms which may be indicative of change.
• Administers nursing care treatments to wounds, incisions, ostomy and tracheotomy sites; administers oxygen; inserts and/or replaces nasogastric tubes.
• Inventories controlled medications, completes medication usage reports, and control records.
• Participates in the review and implementation of procedures designed to ensure comfort and safety of patients.
• Performs specialized nursing functions such as, the preparation and care of patients receiving specialized treatments.
• Provides for the emotional and physical comfort and safety of patients.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living such as grooming and personal hygiene and encourages appropriate self-care capabilities.
• Discusses patient care and progress with physicians and registered nurses.
• Assists with the rehabilitation of patients according to the patient care plan.
• Carries out preventive measures in community health facilities such as children's clinics, maternity clinics and outpatient clinics.
• Assigns work and provides guidance to unlicensed health personnel.
• Performs first aide, emergency and disaster measures according to established procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Training: Current West Virginia License or temporary permit to practice as a licensed practical nurse. Successful completion of course in intravenous therapy and training in venipuncture permits the LPN to start intravenous fluids.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.29 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• LPN license (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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