Licensed Vocational Nurse (IV Certified), Emergency Room

Sutter Health; Crescent City (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Sutter Coast Hospital, part of Sutter Health, is seeking a Vocational Nurse to join our night shift team in Crescent City, CA.

The position is full-time (36 hours weekly) with a sign-on bonus up to $15,000 and requires a Vocational Nursing certification and BLS. You will work under RN or physician supervision, perform procedures, and support department operations while adhering to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Vocational Nursing.
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider.
• LVN IV Therapy Blood Withdrawal Provider.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care under the direct supervision of an RN or physician.
• Distribute supplies and assist with equipment testing and setup.
• Adhere to local/state/federal regulations to ensure privacy and safety for patients.
• Orient other staff to the department as needed.

Skills

Basic nursing skills

Medical procedures

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Vocational Nursing

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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

Organization

SCH-Sutter Coast Hospital

Position Overview

Sign-on Bonus Opportunity: Up to $15,000.00

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. May also be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department.

Education

Job Description:

• Other: Graduate of an accredited school of Vocational Nursing.

Certification & Licensure

• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
• LVNIVBWP-Vocational Nurse Intravenous Therapy Blood Withdrawal Provider

Typical Experience

• 2 years 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 collaborates relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Job Shift

Nights

Schedule

Full Time

Shift Hours

12

Days Of The Week

Variable

Weekend Requirements

Rotating Weekends

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

36

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 $39.13 to $54.78 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.