Float LVN I: Dynamic Patient Care Specialist

Kaiser Permanente; Bakersfield, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente is hiring Licensed Vocational Nurses to provide patient care in medical offices or clinical settings, under general supervision. LVNs support clinical procedures, patient care, and education per organization protocols.

The role involves assisting medical staff, preparing medications, monitoring patients, and ensuring infection control, with a focus on safe and efficient patient care. It is a float position serving multiple departments.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed Vocational Nurse in California.
• Basic Life Support certification required.
• Note: This is a float position.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care functions as prescribed by physician/health care professionals following established protocols, policies and procedures within their scope of education, training and responsibilities.
• Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams.
• Assess and monitor patients condition and notify physician/health care professional for disposition.
• Prepare and administer medications as directed by physician order, following established protocols.
• Monitor patient vital signs and observe patient condition for reactions during and after procedures.
• Explain purpose and process of examinations, tests and medical procedures to patients, following established guidelines.
• Instruct patients on general health and basic self care procedures.
• Administer medications as prescribed, within scope of practice.

Skills

Computer skills

Typing skills

Education

Vocational Nurse License (California)

Basic Life Support

Job description

Kaiser Permanente is hiring Licensed Vocational Nurses to provide patient care in medical offices or clinical settings, under general supervision. LVNs support clinical procedures, patient care, and education per organization protocols.

The role involves assisting medical staff, preparing medications, monitoring patients, and ensuring infection control, with a focus on safe and efficient patient care. It is a float position serving multiple departments.