LVN Skilled Nursing

Job Summary:

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) is responsible for assessing, planning, and implementing nursing care for residents within a skilled nursing setting under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and Director of Nursing. This role includes medication administration, supervising CNAs and support staff, resident and family education, and ensuring continuity of care. The LVN serves as a resident advocate, manages pain, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to meet residents' physical and psychosocial needs. Night shift and weekend availability are required. Responsibilities:

• Assess residents' conditions and nursing needs, and prescribe appropriate nursing actions.
• Administer medications following the eight medication rights to minimize errors.
• Document changes in residents' conditions and nursing care in progress notes and care plans.
• Notify physicians of condition changes and follow up until appropriate action is taken.
• Conduct physician's orders and provide thorough shift reports during walking rounds.
• Implement individualized care plans based on interdisciplinary team goals.
• Educate residents and families regarding pain management and other care aspects.
• Supervise CNAs and supportive staff, ensuring adherence to infection control procedures.
• Serve as a resident advocate, protecting residents' rights and addressing cultural and psychosocial needs.
• Remain calm and effective during emergencies and stressful situations.
• Participate in orientation and performance evaluations of new personnel as needed.
• Maintain compliance with facility policies and procedures.
• Utilize point-of-care waived testing and interpret results per policy.

Required Skills & Certifications:

• Graduate of an accredited LVN program.
• Current California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Skilled nursing experience in a sub-acute or skilled nursing setting (sub-acute experience not accepted).

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• Additional language proficiency.
• Basic computer skills and experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR).

Special Considerations:

• Night shift and weekend availability are mandatory.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced skilled nursing environment.
• Supervisory responsibilities over CNAs and support staff.
• Adherence to infection control and facility policies is critical.

Scheduling:

• Night shift schedule with required availability on weekends.
• Shift assignments determined by facility needs.