Geriatric LVN – Float Nurse (CA) – Bilingual

AltaMed; West Covina (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) Retirement savings with company

Job summary

AltaMed is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician in California. The LVN will perform vital signs, data collection, medication administration, and other treatments as part of the care plan.

The position emphasizes geriatric care with a preference for candidates who have at least 1 year of LVN experience, a valid BLS certification, and bilingual abilities in Spanish, Mandarin, or Cantonese.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited LVN school.
• Current LVN license issued by the State of California.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience as an LVN is preferred.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience working with a frail or elderly population is preferred.
• Experience and knowledge regarding the needs of geriatric patients are preferred.
• A valid BLS certification or higher per AHA/Red Cross guidelines preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish, Mandarin, and Cantonese highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Physician, including vital signs, data gathering, and medication administration.
• Render patient care and treatments as part of the care plan.

Skills

LVN license CA

Geriatric care

BLS certification

Bilingual Spanish

Bilingual Mandarin

Bilingual Cantonese

LVN experience (1 year)

Education

Graduation from LVN school

Job description

AltaMed is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician in California. The LVN will perform vital signs, data collection, medication administration, and other treatments as part of the care plan.

The position emphasizes geriatric care with a preference for candidates who have at least 1 year of LVN experience, a valid BLS certification, and bilingual abilities in Spanish, Mandarin, or Cantonese.