Licensed Vocational Nurse LVN Full Time Days

Kindred Hospital Baldwin Park; Baldwin Park (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

FSA/HSA

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Baldwin Park is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct patient care under RN supervision in a 91-bed facility. The role centers on medication administration, treatments, and supporting rehabilitation per the care plan.

Responsibilities include collaborating with the care team to ensure patient safety, addressing psychosocial needs, and communicating patient status. Competitive pay and a broad benefits package are offered at ScionHealth.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on patient age and clinical condition.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to organize tasks, develop action plans, set priorities and function under stressful situations.
• Ability to maintain a good working relationship within the department and with other departments.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and performs treatments under RN supervision.
• Keeps RN informed of patient status and changes in condition.
• Assists with pain management and patient/family education.
• Coordinates with care team to implement the plan of care.
• Assists physicians with examinations and procedures as directed by RN.
• Treats patients and families with respect and addresses psychosocial needs.
• Communicates with Social Services/Discharge Planner regarding inpatient and post-discharge needs.

Skills

Medication administration knowledge

Computer literacy

Task organization

Interdepartmental collaboration

Attendance

Fluent English

Travel availability 0%

Care planning

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) program graduate

Job description

Description

Kindred Hospital Baldwin Park helps patients return to the lives they love. At our 91-bed hospital, our physician-led care teams provide critically ill patients with the specialized acute care and rehabilitation they need, for the time they need it - empowering them to take the next step in their recovery journey. We also offer an eight-bed ICU and three negative pressure rooms for treating particularly serious conditions. We are located near the I-605 and I-10 intersection in Baldwin Park with a number of shops and restaurants nearby for added convenience.

Job Summary

Under direct supervision of Registered Nurse, provides nursing care within the scope of licensure for assigned patients according to established nursing standards and hospital policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse administers medication, performs treatments and patient care responsibilities as prescribed.
• Consults with and keeps Registered Nurse informed of activities, symptoms, reactions, and changes in the patient's condition with regard to assigned patients.
• Provides appropriate pain management techniques and educates the patient and family regarding pain management.
• Administers medication following the five rights of medication administration within scope of practice.
• Assists with the rehabilitation and treatment of patients in accordance with the medical plan of care, updates, and revises plan of care under the supervision of Registered Nurse.
• Assists physicians with examinations, treatments and special procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills as directed by the Registered Nurse.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.
• Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
• Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Services/Discharge Planner regarding both in-hospital and post discharge needs.
• Interprets data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient's age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group.
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Able to organize tasks, develop action plans, set priorities and function under stressful situations.
• Ability to maintain a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Pay range: $28.08 -$34.91/Hr

ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an accredited program for licensed vocational/practical nurses.

Licenses/Certifications

• Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse License.
• BLS Certification required.
• Intravenous Therapy and Blood Certifications preferred.
• ACLS may be required in certain care areas

Experience

• Minimum six months' prior experience in an acute care setting preferred.