Licensed Vocational Nurse

Sierra-Health-and-Wellness; Pacific Grove (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Health and Wellness is seeking an LVN to work closely with the Medical Director and staff in a detox/treatment setting. The LVN will monitor vital signs, manage patient medications, and document care plans in a compliant EMR environment.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, reviewing records, and reporting patient status to the medical director. The role requires 12-hour shifts with overtime rules and adherence to state health codes.

Qualifications

• Current LVN license is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with HIPAA and PHI; strong privacy discipline.
• Basic computer skills and EMR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise licensed and non-licensed staff in daily patient care.
• Prepare and review medical records and nurses' notes to evaluate residents.
• Provide nursing care per physician orders and established policies.
• Prepare and monitor patient-administered medications as ordered by physician.
• Document charting and care plans; maintain HIPAA-compliant records.

Skills

Excellent communication

Medical terminology

HIPAA/PHI compliance

Time management

Team supervision

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license

Tools

KIPU EMR

Job description

Job Description:The Licensed Vocational Nurse is responsible for working closely with all staff and the Medical Director and following through with orders provided for patients at the facility. The LVN will obtain test results and check the patient’s vitals on a set schedule. The individual will oversee the MedTech’s functions and performance while providing services to patients in detox from substance use or ensure any other medication regime from a physician is performed as they reside in treatment. The LVN will be responsible for checking the patient’s withdrawal symptoms as well and reporting to the program director, or assignee, and medical director. As an LVN at the facility, you will monitor all patient-administered medications throughout the day while keeping documentation for those patients. The documentation must meet the needs of the doctor as well as meet the standards of the state health codes. The LVN needs to record all medications, vital signs, and any information that will assist the doctor in making any important decisions. You will be scheduled according to an alternative work schedule of 12-hour shifts, without incurring overtime. If you work over 12 hours in a day you will be paid double time. If you work more than forty hours in a week you will be paid time and a half.Essential Functions:Supervise other licensed and non-licensed staff in the day-to-day delivery of patient care.Prepare and review medical records and nurses' notes to evaluate the resident's physical and emotional status.Provide nursing care according to the Physician's orders, care plans, established standards, policies and procedures.Prepare and monitor patient-administered medications as ordered by the physician in accordance with nursing standards and facility policies.Sign, date and perform all charting, record keeping and care plans in accordance with established policies and procedures.Provide outstanding individualized resident care.Performs other duties as assignedCompetencies:Excellent organizational skills and attention to detailExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to follow verbal and written instructionsSome medical terminology is required. Must be familiar with Web-based EMR systems such as KIPUStrong understanding of HIPAA and PHIBasic navigational knowledge of some electronic medical record applicationsMust have excellent time management skills, be highly organized, self-motivatedMaintain a high level of productivity and confidentialityExcellent customer service, problem solving skills and attention to detailThe ability to follow through timely on tasks is essentialPossess excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsWork Environment:Office and Health care setting with clients and other employees present.Working indoors and outdoors occasionally.Working in close proximity to othersMay walk on slippery and uneven walking surfaces.Excessive continuous noise at times.Working with frequent interruptions.Typical office and group counseling environment.Mostly indoor office environment with windows and lights.Physical Demands:Prolonged periods of standing or sitting.Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.Travel Required:Ability to travel to various offices or facility locationsAffirmative Action/EEOC Statement:Sierra Health and Wellness is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Other Duties:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Required education and experience:Current Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) licenseExcellent communication skillsBasic computer skillsExpert communication skills and counseling abilitiesAbility to coordinate with professionals from diverse backgrounds, working at a distinct levelCommitment to the philosophy of recovery and continuity of the program and of consideration and respect for clients.Customer service oriented, professional attitudeHealth screen/ drug screen / TB testWork authorization/security clearance requirements:Valid Driver’s License