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LVNInspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.As CommonSpirit Health, we make the healing presence of God known in our world by improving the health of the people we serve, especially those who are vulnerable, while we advance social justice for all. To learn more about a calling that defines and unites, please click here for more information about our mission, vision, and values.The posted compensation range of $30.78 - $45.78 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.As our Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), you will provide vital direct patient care, significantly contributing to patient well-being and recovery as an integral part of our compassionate healthcare team. Every day, you will assess patient conditions, administer medications, perform prescribed treatments, and meticulously document care. You will collaborate with RNs and physicians to implement individualized care plans, ensuring a seamless and high-quality patient experience. To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate exceptional clinical skills, a strong commitment to patient safety, and excellent communication. Your compassionate demeanor, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment are essential.Implements and documents interventions based on nursing and medical plan of care. Acts as a patient advocate. Provides guidance to team members as needed for assigned patient care interventions. Functions as a highly valued member of the Women's Center Team.Appropriately utilizes equipment and supplies (including following established policies, procedures, and protocols) in the care of the patient. Supervise routine QC activities log- per hospital laboratory policy.PATIENT SAFETY: Provides for patient safety according to JCAHO standards. Restricts use of unapproved abbreviations. Writes legibly.MEDICATION SAFETY: Administer medications within LVN scopes and adheres to medication safety standards per hospital policy. Double checks medications as required and documents in medical record. Identifies lactation status, allergies, height and weight on all patients.PATIENT SATISFACTION: Demonstrates AIDET Principles. Assesses patient/family personal needs and provides Individualized Care.WORK HABITS: Attends at least 50% of staff meetings each year and reviews 100% of staff meeting. Observes hospital policy regarding smoking, telephone usage, and other rules governing conduct while at work. Maintain confidentiality of patient information. Participates in Performance Improvement activities as appropriate. Identifies and communicates risk management issues appropriately.RequiredVocational School Grad Education required to obtain LVN licenseLicensed Vocational Nurse: CABasic Life Support - CPR, upon hirePreferred1 years experience in an outpatient OB/GYN settingBilingual (English/Spanish)CPSP EducatorFounded in 1926, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center is a 334-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital. Serving over 70,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level III NICU, heart care, wound care and surgical services. Additionally, Glendale Memorial Hospital has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center and a SRC Center of Excellence for Robotic Surgery and Colorectal Surgery. One Community. One Mission. One California.