Licensed Vocational Nurse - Per Diem, Weekends

Job Description

Job Description

JOB
DESCRIPTION
SUMMARY

The Licensed Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the

supervision of a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing

treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive

patient care outcomes.

ESSENTIAL
JOB
FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provides direct patient care as defined in the California Nurse Practice Act.

2. Implements plan of care initiated by the Registered Nurse.

3. Provides & submits accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.

4. Assesses and provides specific patient and family/caregiver education regarding self-

care techniques and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care. Documents

family/caregiver understanding of instructions.

5. Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the

identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietician) to the Registered

Nurse and/or Clinical Supervisor/DPCS.

6. Uses and/or prepares equipment and supplies effectively, safely and efficiently adhering

to aseptic technique.

7. Participates in personal and professional growth and development.

8. Performs other duties as assigned by the Registered Nurse.

The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and

responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to

perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.

POSITION
QUALIFICATIONS

1. Graduate of an accredited vocational nursing program.

2. Has three (3) years nursing experience. Community/home health or medical/surgical

experience is preferred.

3. Currently licensed as a licensed vocational nurse in the California.

4. Possess and maintain valid CPR certification.

5. Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.

6. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.

7. Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance

with the organization requirements.

8. Must provide current automobile insurance annually.