LPN:LPN 19305506

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

All shifts available.

Minimum Years of Experience: 1 year of relevant experience required.

Certifications/Requirements:

• Current BLS or BCLS certification.
• CA licensed nurse with good physical and mental health.

Position Qualifications:

• Good physical health and stamina; ability to walk, bend, lift, and perform manual skills required for patient care.
• Ability to accept and tolerate behavior of patients who may be confused or exhibit verbal or physical aggression.
• Adaptable, able to follow directions, grasp new ideas, and accept change.
• Effective communication in English, both verbally and in writing; able to see and hear adequately to perform job functions.
• Dependable and reliable with a history of good attendance.
• Strong assessment skills and resourceful in emergency situations.
• Interest in continuing education and self-development.
• Above-average interpersonal, problem-solving, and written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work well as part of a team while maintaining confidentiality and respect for others.

Position Responsibilities:

General Competencies:

• Demonstrate professional behavior while on duty and as a representative of the organization.
• Maintain positive working relationships with patients, visitors, and staff.
• Show organizational ability and time management skills.
• Meet deadlines and produce deliverables efficiently.
• Compile and organize data using Microsoft Office Applications; make appropriate recommendations based on findings.
• Maintain organized records and provide them upon request.
• Communicate respectfully and clearly with management and coworkers, and accept direction appropriately.
• Perform all assigned tasks accurately and take direction from other departments as needed.
• Utilize office machines effectively for job functions.
• Assist the public courteously by answering phone calls and forwarding inquiries appropriately.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

Specific Competencies:

• Conduct individualized patient assessments, prioritizing data collection based on patient needs; report abnormalities to the Charge Nurse and MD.
• Develop patient care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Perform prescribed treatments in a timely and accurate manner.
• Complete tasks with precision, such as EKGs, blood draws, and IV starts; maintain a clean work area.
• Educate patients and families on care plans.
• Administer and document medications according to policy, ensuring correct and adequate supplies.
• Document patient assessments and responses to interventions accurately.
• Initiate appropriate emergency resuscitation measures and document actions taken.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and provide care in a non-judgmental manner.
• Report patient conditions to the appropriate personnel during each shift.
• Adhere to safety standards and infection control protocols in patient care delivery.
• Assist nursing staff in other departments as requested and qualified.
• Perform nursing procedures according to established protocols, ensuring safety and effectiveness.
• Maintain current CPR certification.
• Facilitate smooth patient transfers for procedures or diagnostic tests as required.
• Assist in training new personnel and participate in staff education as needed.
• Assume professional responsibility to ensure the highest standards of patient care.
• Attend mandatory training sessions and staff meetings.
• Provide direct patient care as needed and ensure timely response to call lights.
• Complete other nursing management duties as assigned.

Professional Requirements:

• Adhere to dress code, maintaining a neat and professional appearance.
• Complete annual education requirements as applicable.
• Maintain regulatory compliance.
• Wear identification while on duty.
• Participate actively in annual evaluations.
• Report to work on time and