Description

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JFK Memorial Hospital has provided medical care to residents in the Coachella Valley since 1966. A group of physicians, including Dr. Reynaldo Carreon, founded the hospital and today one of JFK’s cross streets is named in his honor.  Originally called Indio Community Hospital, JFK has grown to a 145-bed acute-care hospital that is part of Tenet Healthcare California. It offers a variety of services, including:  *Emergency care 24/7 *Orthopedic and joint replacement services using emerging technology *Cardiovascular services *Maternity care and pediatric services *Ambulatory surgery center
*Imaging services *Outpatient Rehabilitation Center
 
Position Description:
 
Under the direction of the RN, the LVN gathers information for assessment and reassessment of the emergency department patients and provides nursing intervention appropriate to care.  The LVN practices independently within the LVN scope of practice and utilizes critical thinking skills in daily practice.  The LVN serves as a mentor for emergency department technicians and maintains a professional attitude and appearance at all times.  The LVN demonstrates knowledge related to the care of the emergency department patient and monitors patients for changes in condition or status and intervenes appropriately in a timely fashion.  The LVN uses effective verbal and written skills to communicate with people on all levels and is able to maintain positive working relationships with patients, families, co-workers, and physicians.  Participates in departmental Performance Improvement activities and monitoring as requested.

Qualifications

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Required:
*California Licensed Vocational Nurse
*BLS for Health Care Providers
*IV Certification
*Basic Computer Skills
*Basic EKG Course within 3 months of hire
*PALS within 3 months of hire
*ACLS within 3 months of hireAB508 Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Cours within 6 months of hire
Preferred:
*Acute Care Hospital Experience - Emergency Department/Critical Care 
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Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law. 
 

Job : Nursing

Primary Location : CA-Indio

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Hospital/Facility : John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital

Job Type: : Full-time

Shift Type: : Nights

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