Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

MCHWC Organization; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

403(b) retirement plan

Professional development and education

Job summary

MCHWC Organization seeks a compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in California to provide direct nursing care under physician supervision. You will monitor patients, administer medications, document in EHR, and participate in care planning with a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires a valid CA LVN license, CPR/BLS certification, strong communication, and familiarity with long-term care or outpatient settings.

Qualifications

• Current and valid LVN license in the state of California.
• CPR/BLS certification.
• Experience in a clinical, long-term care, or outpatient setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care and administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Process medication refills per protocols under provider direction.
• Monitor and document vital signs and responses to treatment.
• Assist with patient assessments and report changes to the provider team promptly.
• Maintain accurate medical records per facility policies and regulations.
• Support patient education and health promotion.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary team for continuity of care.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment; follow infection control protocols.
• Participate in staff meetings and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Organizational skills

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in CA

Tools

EHR system

Job description

Position Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our team. The LVN will provide direct nursing care and support to patients under the supervision of a physician, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care that aligns with our organization’s standards and regulatory requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide basic nursing care and administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Process medication refills in accordance with established protocols and under the direction of the provider.
• Monitor and document patients’ vital signs, symptoms, and responses to treatment.
• Assist with patient assessments and report changes in condition to the provider team promptly.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records in accordance with facility policies and state/federal regulations.
• Support patient education and promote health and wellness within the scope of licensure.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment; adhere to infection control and safety protocols.
• Participate in staff meetings and quality improvement initiatives as required.

Qualifications:

• Current and valid LVN license in the state of California
• CPR/BLS certification
• Experience in a clinical, long-term care, or outpatient setting preferred
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Dependable and dedicated to providing quality patient care.

Language skills:

• Must possess excellent organization, writing, and verbal skills
• English proficiency required

Reasoning Ability:

• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Equipment/Machinery:Fax machine, copier, computer, telephone, EHR system, sterilization equipment and other software and instruments as required.

Physical Demands:

1. Stand and walk or sit alternatively, depending on the specific needs of the day. Estimate 50% of time is spent on feet and 50% sitting at the desk and/or chairside.
2. Have occasional need to perform the following physical activities: bend/stoop/squat, climb stairs, push or pull, reach above shoulders.
3. Have an occasional need to perform standing and walking activities.
4. Constant need to perform the following physical activities: writing/typing, grasping/turning, finger dexterity.
5. Lifting/carrying over 20 pounds occasionally. Lifting/carrying less than 10 pounds frequently.
6. Vision requirements: constant need to complete forms, read reports, and view the computer screen. Frequent need to see small details. Frequent need to see things clearly beyond arm's reach.
7. Hearing requirements: constant need to communicate over the telephone and in person.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Professional development and continuing education support