PRN Licensed Vocational Nurse

About the Role

National EMR seeks talented and hard-working reservist employees to assist impacted communities and first responders on an “as needed basis.” Reservists are part of an elite, all-hazards response cadre available to work intermittently, commit to working when needed, and travel/deploy within 24-48 hours. This role is ideal for individuals who consider this work a movement or calling, often retired local, state, or federal civil service employees.

Reservists may be deployed to fulfill any role related to the incident, based on skills, performance, and experience. Deployments are not guaranteed in length or frequency; pay is based on actual hours worked and job classification as determined by National EMR. This is NOT a full-time job.

Reservists will enter fast-paced, high-pressure environments and must perform well, make informed decisions, and be prepared to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Understand and adhere to the National EMR Policies and Procedures Manual, Uniform Handbook, and Operations Manual.
• Foster a culture of safety, identifying potential hazards and reporting concerns to the chain of command.
• Maintain active status in agency platforms, including learning management systems, to complete required training.
• Perform nursing duties in compliance with regulatory authorities and program protocols, including assessments, charting, observations, immunizations, and documentation.
• Communicate effectively with Clinic Group Supervisor, Clinic Manager, or Registered Nurse Manager on protocol issues, contagious disease control, and advocacy for service population needs.
• Maintain confidentiality of health care records in accordance with HIPAA, Protected Health Information (PHI), and NEMR protocols.
• Complete accurate documentation of nursing activities per agency policies, contract requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and supervisors on best practices and NEMR Medical protocols.
• Utilize communication systems (cellular, two-way radio, satellite) to provide situational awareness during responses.
• Perform physical activities such as walking, stretching, bending, and occasionally lifting over 50 lbs.
• Work extended or non-traditional hours, including weekends, evenings, holidays, and in austere conditions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN) or Licensed Practitioner Nursing (LPN) Program.
• Current LVN or LPN license in state of residence; compact license preferred.
• Two (2) years of nursing experience; pediatric and adult experience preferred.
• Completion of required ICS courses:
  • ICS 100b – Introduction to Incident Command Systems
  • ICS 200b – ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents
  • ICS 700a – National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) and Introduction
  • ICS 800b – National Response Framework, An Introduction
  • ICS 300 – Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents (must be completed upon hire or within 3 months)
  • ICS 400 – Advanced ICS Command and General Staff – Complex Incidents (must be completed upon hire or within 3 months)
• Proof of valid driver’s license and driving record in good standing (reviewed annually).
• Ability to:
  • Respond sensitively to cultural and socio-economic characteristics of the service population.
  • Work collaboratively with staff, providers, professionals, and clients.
  • Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
  • Maintain professional composure in fast-paced environments.
  • Demonstrate intermediate to advanced computer literacy (Microsoft Suite).
  • Work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team with minimal supervision.
• Current physical-medical release and proof of immunizations, exemptions, or declinations for:
  • Influenza
  • MMR
  • Varicella
  • HepB
  • HepA
  • Tetanus
  • PPD, IGRA, or Chest X-ray
  • Meningococcal (preferred)
• Must pass a drug screening and background check.

Qualifications

Reservists are often individuals who view this work as a calling, with backgrounds in local, state, or federal civil service. National EMR has responded to every major U.S. incident in the last 25 years, focusing on emergency support functions such as mass care, emergency assistance, housing, human services, public health, and medical services.