Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Federal Staffing Resources; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 4,133,000 - 4,615,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Basic life insurance

401k

Paid time off

Annual bonus

Job summary

International SOS Government Medical Services in California seeks a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide direct patient care in veterans homes, correctional facilities, or state hospitals. The role requires CA LVN license, BLS, and experience with eMAR/EMR. Shifts are 12 hours, day or night, with full-time or PRN options.

Compensation starts at $30–$33.51 per hour; contingency depends on contract awards. Benefits include a comprehensive package and competitive incentives.

Qualifications

• Active California LVN license to practice
• Current BLS certification from AHA or Red Cross
• Minimum six months of direct patient care in past 36 months
• Experience using eMAR and EMR systems

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide nursing care including medications, injections, treatments, and disease-prevention measures
• Take vital signs and monitor catheters/IVs; apply or change treatments and dressings
• Obtain specimens for testing and perform routine labs
• Monitor patient status and report findings to primary care provider or RN
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning and care progression
• Educate patients and document treatments and responses in medical records
• Follow safety, infection-control, and universal-precaution requirements

Skills

California LVN license

BLS certification

eMAR experience

EMR experience

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

• Compensation: USD 30 - USD 33.51 - hourly

Company Description

Provide hands-on nursing care within California healthcare facilities where your clinical skills, patient observation, and collaboration support safe, coordinated care and continuity across a variety of healthcare settings.

At International SOS Government Medical Services, you'll support healthcare programs that improve patient care and operational readiness across the U.S. and internationally. Founded in 1984, International SOS operates in more than 90 countries, delivering healthcare, medical assistance, emergency response, and workforce support services worldwide.

Job Description

As a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), you'll provide direct patient care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and physician orders. You'll administer medications and treatments, monitor patient conditions, perform routine clinical procedures, maintain accurate patient records, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to support treatment planning and continuity of care.

Practice Setting: Veterans Home, Correctional Healthcare Facility, or State Hospital.

Employment Opportunities: Full-time, PRN, and 13-week assignments may be available based on program needs and contract requirements.

Contingency:This position is contingent upon contract award.

Schedule: 12-hour day or night shifts, 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and provide nursing care, including administering medications, therapeutic agents, injections, treatments, and disease-prevention measures
• Take vital signs, monitor catheters and intravenous devices, and apply or change treatments and dressings
• Obtain specimens for diagnostic testing and perform routine laboratory tests
• Monitor patient status and behavior and report findings to the primary care provider or registered nurse
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning, patient-progress evaluations, and the development of care plans
• Provide patient education and document treatments, nursing care, patient responses, and other required information in the medical record
• Follow established safety, infection-control, and universal-precaution requirements

Qualifications

Requirements

• Valid, active California license to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse
• Current Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• At least six months of experience within the last 36 months providing direct patient care in a public or private institution
• At least six months of experience using electronic medication administration record (eMAR) and electronic medical record (EMR) systems
• Ability to meet applicable requirements for performing medical duties in healthcare facilities under California Code of Regulations Title 22 and Title 42 of the United States Code of Federal Regulations
• Ability to perform nursing procedures within the applicable scope of practice; observe and document patient symptoms and behavior; maintain clinical records; and work effectively with patients and an interdisciplinary treatment team
• Ability to function effectively in emergency and stressful situations while adjusting priorities based on patient needs

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation Disclaimer:
Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.

Benefits Language (FTE roles):
Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan, paid time off, and an annual bonus.International SOS Government Medical Servicescomplies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) Statement:
International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.