Assisted Living Licensed Vocational Nurse, On Call

Pay Range: $26.00 - $36.00/hour JOB SUMMARY Under the direction of the Director of Adult/Health Services, Licensed Vocational Nurses are responsible for the comprehensive nursing care of all adult residents. Assures and provides for the health, safety, and welfare of all adult residents of the Masonic Homes at Covina. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Implement and maintain Health Services standards and objectives in accordance with all Masonic Homes policies and procedures and Dept. of Social Services rules and regulations. Arrange, monitor and document medical care (including individual care and assessment plans) appropriate to the needs of the residents. Document resident’s response (or lack of), to treatment. Reports changes in residents’ condition to the physician and the Director of Senior Services. Order, distribute, monitor and record medications as necessary; evaluates effectiveness of these medications and treatments. Responsible for the inventory and safe storage and/or disposal of all medications, medical supplies and equipment in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Admit residents, document their condition, discharge them, and perform other functions using HCS software. Assess medical and psychological evaluations on prospective resident admissions. Maintain all required medical records in accordance with established Social Services regulations. Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent resident care information to assure their rights are protected. Assign direct nursing care to be given by certified nursing assistants. Oversee restorative care and activities. Train assigned staff in routine tasks as necessary. Oversee shift staff and makes recommendations regarding performance and discipline. Visit residents in Assisted Living and make floor rounds daily. Keep Director of Senior Services informed, orally and in writing, of any changes in a resident's condition. Attend scheduled staff, resident care and in-service training meetings. Assure that all required and pertinent information is complete and available. Provide charge nurse coming on duty with concise and accurate reports. Follow up on information and instructions given by charge nurse who is going off duty. Ensure that all residents rights to fair and equitable treatment, self determination, individuality, privacy, property and civil rights including the right to wage a complaint, are well established and maintained at all times. Preserve the dignity and self-respect of the residents at all times. Marginal Functions: Answer phones and monitor campus access gate. Administers and reads TB tests. Reports employee TB test results to Human Resources. Conduct Hepatitis in-service and administers Hepatitis B shots. Assess medical condition of child residents as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS/LICENSES/CERTIFICATES Maintain Licensed Vocational Nurse status. Maintain current CPR and First Aid Certificates. Maintain a current non-restricted California Driver's License. SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE Training and experience in geriatric and restorative nursing preferred. Computer and keyboard skills required. Effective oral and written communication skills required. Knowledge of Title 22, Division 6 & Division 12 desirable. Benefits At the Masonic Homes, you will have the opportunity to combine your passion for helping people and high ethical standards with opportunities to advance your career. In return for your skills and passion, we offer: A work environment focused on teamwork and support for excellent care A generous contribution to a 401K plan whether or not you participate, and an additional contribution from the company when you participate in the plan The Masonic Homes of California is committed to helping individuals and families live safe, meaningful, and fulfilling lives. Guided by strong personal connections, continuous improvement, and the charitable values of the Masons of California, the organization focuses on delivering high-quality care, meaningful experiences, and community-centered support.