Licensed Practical NurseLive and work in the Gateway to the Rockies!The Community – Aurora The City of Aurora lies immediately east of Denver and it is one of the principal cities of the Denver–Aurora–Lakewood, CO Metropolitan Statistical Area and a major city of the Front Range Urban Corridor. The city's population was 325,078 in the 2010 census, which made it the third most populous city in the State of Colorado and the 54th most populous city in the United States. For over 200 years, Aurora's historical significance has been rooted in travel, military, and even presidential stays.
Tour one of the many historical sites across the city and visit a number of the locations that created cultural significance for years to come. Client the only historical site of its kind, the Colorado Freedom Memorial as well as a vibrant arts and culture history, great food and outdoor activities. Explore Aurora Jewel VA Clinic This clinic is home to the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Service, the Prosthetic Treatment Center, the Health Information Call Center and the Rural Telehealth Center.
Aurora Outpatient Clinic This clinic serves as a satellite primary care facility for veterans in the Denver area.Position OverviewDuties may include, but are not limited to:Obtain patient history and patient family historyPerform quality control checks and operator maintenance for a variety of patient care equipmentAssist in identifying patient needs and implementing the plan of careDocument care given and patient response in the medical recordPrepare patient for physical examinationCommunicate pertinent patient data to the appropriate providerPossess knowledge of actions and usual dosages of most commonly used emergency drugs and their locationRecognize emergency situations and initiate appropriate resuscitative measuresCarry out prescribed nurse initiated, nurse practitioner, and physician orders and document in patient medical recordAssist in patient/family education regarding prescribed medications/therapies/diagnostic proceduresAssess patient/family knowledge level, implement plan of instructions and record patient/family demonstrated level of understandingAssure content and correctness of a prepared report and sign document to validate its contentParticipate in monitoring quality of care according to processional standards and established proceduresRespond to telephone inquiries regarding ward services and/or follow-up ancillary reportsAssist with ward related administrative tasksAdminister oxygen, intravenous fluids and prescribed medications in accordance with VA policyDemonstrate sensitivity to cultural diversity, race, gender, and other individual differences in the workforce, in the Veteran population, and in the CommunityOther duties as assignedQualificationsPossesses a valid, current license (with no limitations, stipulations, or pending adverse actions) to practice nursing as an LPNLicensed to practice in the State of Colorado.Has been actively practicing as an LPN for at least one year within the past three years.Is capable of providing nursing care for adult medical and surgical patient.Has and maintains current BCLS certification.Has documented training and skills verification.At least 1 year of experience in primary care/ambulatory care.KurzSolutions is committed to improving health outcomes by providing well-managed companies with the top healthcare talent in the market.