Licensed Vocational Nurse II, Family Medicine

Sutter Health; Morgan Hill (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sutter Health is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join its Palo Alto Medical Foundation team in Morgan Hill. This full-time position involves providing nursing care under supervision, ensuring compliance with established nursing standards, and maintaining equipment and supplies. Ideal candidates will be compassionate, organized, and possess the necessary licensure and experience to deliver high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Must have LVN/LPN license for California.
• 1 year of recent relevant experience required.
• BLS Certification as a healthcare provider required.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care under direct supervision of RN or physician.
• Integrates education and technical competence in patient care.
• Maintains supplies and performs equipment maintenance as needed.

Skills

Basic nursing skills

Medical procedures knowledge

Time management

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Vocational Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation CAD

Position Overview:

Provides nursing care, under the direct supervision of a registered nurse (RN) or physician, in accordance with the legal scope of practice and within established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Integrates education, technical competence and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers. Exercises sound judgment, and developed clinical skills to implement the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Supports the functionality of the department by distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care.

Job Description:

* May include travel to San Jose & Morgan Hill locations *

EDUCATION:

• Other: Graduate of an accredited school of Vocational Nursing (may be evidenced by LVN/LPN license).

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• LVN-Licensed Vocational Nurse for California-based jobs
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

• 1 year recent relevant experience

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Demonstrated knowledge of basic nursing skills, various medical procedures, views, and equipment.
• Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline.
• General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $44.76 to $53.70 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.