Licensed Vocational Nurse II

Front Porch Communities & Services; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

Front Porch Communities & Services in Oakland is seeking an LVN 2 under the Director of Nursing to meet residents' needs and supervise CNAs to ensure quality care at St. Paul’s Towers.

The role includes coordinating assessments, administering medications, maintaining documentation, and ensuring safety and compliance while delivering compassionate service to residents and families.

Qualifications

• Must understand and apply facility policies and procedures.
• Must read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must recognize emergencies and respond appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care as LVN 2 according to plan of care.
• Supervise CNAs and Nurses Aids to ensure quality resident care.
• Coordinate resident assessments and care planning.
• Administer medications as ordered and monitor patient status.
• Maintain medical records and documentation per federal/state regulations.
• Ensure safety and comply with facility policies and safety protocols.

Skills

Policy compliance

English proficiency

Emergency response

Education

Two-year college or technical school

Job description

Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Nursing, the LVN 2 is responsible for meeting the needs of our residents and supervising CNAs / Nurses Aids to ensure quality resident care.

Location

St. Paul's Towers

Pay Range

$43.25 - $48.00

Working Hours

Part Time: AM, PM or NOC

Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Nursing, the LVN 2 is responsible for meeting the needs of our residents and supervising CNAs / Nurses Aids 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 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 Uses equipment correctly and safely in performing patient/resident care Follows department safety protocols at all times Wears safety equipment as required for the job 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 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 resident's prescription requests; treatment room supplies; and office supplies
• Charts and maintain and custodian of medical records
• Monitor fire alarms and dispatch 911
• Performs variety of clerical duties necessary to keep 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 in order to prevent injuries to themselves, residents, visitors or other employees

Essential

Competencies and skills

• Must be able to understand, follow, support and initiate policies and procedures of the facility.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must be able to recognize emergency situations and respond appropriately.

Credentials

Essential

• Licensed Vocational Nurse - California
• First Aid certificate

Essential

Education with Equivalent Qualifications

• 2-year College or technical school

Nonessential

Experience with Equivalent Qualifications

• 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.