Licensed Practical Nurse -nursing Ambulatory Care

Webster House
Pay Range: $43.07 - $50.00
On-Call
Summary:

Under the direction of the Director of Nursing, the LVN 2 (Skilled Nursing) is responsible for meeting the needs of our residents and supervising CNAs/Nursing Aides to ensure quality resident care.
Detailed responsibilities:
* Licensed Vocational Nurse 2

Provides quality Customer Service efficiently to residents, families, co-workers and vendors in a manner to ensure satisfaction
Arrives to work on time, in proper, clean uniform, good personal hygiene and with a nametag visible
Coordinates and performs resident assessments and plan of care evaluations when appropriate
Coordinates and performs needed treatments, medications or other nursing interventions as indicated by the patient plan of care or as ordered by the physician
Ensures all needed emergency measures are followed as per facility policy and within standards of nursing practice
Maintains inventory of medical supplies and medications to meet patient/resident needs
Ensures that all patient/resident rights are protected
Maintains all documentation as required by Federal and State regulations and Company policy
Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner, using equipment correctly and safely in performing patient/resident care
Follows department safety protocols at all times, wears safety equipment as required for the job, and reports any safety hazards and/or accidents to supervisor
Follows highest standards of cleanliness: Follows all federal, state and corporate policies, health codes and guidelines in preparation and handling of foodstuffs
Attends all mandatory in-service meetings and complies with all department and facilities policies and procedures
Greets residents, personnel, vendors and families as they enter the clinic
Answers incoming calls to the clinic and responds to the emergency call system
Schedules in-house doctor's appointments; lab work (including forms); and transportation requests
Coordinates and performs needed treatments, medications or other nursing interventions as needed
Ordering and inventory concerning residents' prescription requests, treatment room supplies, and office supplies
Charts and maintains and custodian of medical records
Monitor fire alarms and dispatch 911
Performs a variety of clerical duties necessary to keep the area organized and running in an efficient manner
Front Porch is committed to the prevention of accidents by providing equipment with safeguards, personal safety equipment on jobs which require it, and adequate safety instructions to all employees
All employees are required to follow safe work habits to prevent injuries to themselves, residents, visitors or other employees
Credentials:
Essential:

• Licensed Vocational Nurse - California
• First Aid certificate

Education with Equivalent Qualifications:
Essential:
* 2-year College or technical school
Experience with Equivalent Qualifications:
Nonessential:

• 1 Year RN/LVN experience providing direct care
• 0 Year long term care, geriatric and/or rehabilitative nurse

Compensation Disclaimer: The actual compensation offered will depend on a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, experience, training, education, and licensure/certifications (as applicable).
Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws. Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and criminal background clearance.
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