AHD Licensed Vocational Nurse IV Certified

Alameda Health System; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Alameda Health System in Alameda, California, United States is seeking an AHD Licensed Vocational Nurse IV Certified to provide nursing care under RN supervision in a long-term care/sub-acute setting.

The LVN will collect data, contribute to care plans, document outcomes, educate residents and PSPs, and ensure safety and compliance with hospital policies. Strong clinical judgment and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited vocational school of nursing.
• One year recent LVN experience in a Long Term Care or Sub-Acute setting.
• Current California LVN license to practice vocational nursing.
• BLS certification (American Heart Association).
• IV Certification from Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.

Responsibilities

• Performs data collection focusing on physiologic, psychological, spiritual, and cognitive status.
• Updates plan of care based on nursing diagnosis and resident outcomes.
• Documents effectiveness of plan of care towards positive outcomes.
• Collaborates with RN to identify resident/PSP needs and teaches resident/PSP education.
• Adheres to safety, legal requirements, and unit policies.
• Understands unit structure, policies, and protocols; supports LVN scope of practice.
• Participates in continuing education and QA/PI activities.
• Communicates effectively with coworkers, physicians, residents, and PSP.

Skills

IV Certification

BLS certification

CA LVN license

Education

Vocational nursing degree

California LVN license

Job description

AHD Licensed Vocational Nurse IV Certified

Alameda Health System Alameda, California, United States

About this position

AHD Licensed Vocational Nurse IV Certified

SUMMARY: The AHD Licensed Vocational Nurse assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of residents for a designated time frame and provides care to these residents via the nursing process, in collaboration with health care team members, under the direction of the Registered Nurse. He/she is also responsible for the direction and supervision of assigned personnel.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Performs data collection in an ongoing and systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychological, spiritual, and cognitive status and reports to R.N.
2. Contributes to and updates a plan of care which is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and resident outcomes. Establishes priorities of resident care based on essential patient needs. Implements care in a knowledgeable, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner.
3. Documents effectiveness of plan of care in progressing resident toward positive outcomes.
4. Collaborates with Registered Nurse to identify resident/Primary Support Person (PSP) needs and participates in teaching resident/PSP education. Understands and adheres to hospital policies regarding resident/PSP rights.
5. Demonstrates adherence to safety and legal requirements established at the hospital and department level.
6. Demonstrates awareness and has working knowledge of unit structure standards, nursing policies and protocols and administrative policies.
7. Adheres to and supports the LVN role as defined by the LVN scope of practice and professional practice as defined by organization.
8. Recognizes own limitations and education needs, improving knowledge and skill by participating in in-service and continuing education classes.
9. Participates in unit goal formation and assists in projects to achieve goals. Participates in QA/PI activities at the unit level.
10. Communicates effectively with co-workers, physicians, residents and residents' PSP. Formulates and maintains effective working relationships.
11. Demonstrates ability to organize workload and set priorities.
12. Identifies problems, seeks out relevant data and demonstrates problem solving skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduate of an accredited vocational school of nursing. Minimum Experience: One year recent experience as a LVN in a Long Term Care or Sub-Acute setting. Preferred Experience: Experience with tracheostomy and ventilator care. Required Licenses/Certifications: Current licensures in the State of California to practice vocational nursing. Required Licenses/Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by American Heart Association. Required Licenses/Certification: IV Certification from Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.

PAY RANGE

PAY RANGE: $53.8615 - $53.0389/ per hour

The pay range for this position reflects the base pay scale for the role at Alameda Health System. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licenses and certifications, departmental equity, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the operational needs of the organization. Alameda Health System also offers eligible positions a generous comprehensive benefits program.

Salary Information

$53.03 - $53.86Hourly Wage