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Theorchards Post-Acute in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) for full-time NOC shifts to support the nursing team. Under RN supervision, you will perform med-passes, wound care, and routine treatments in accordance with care plans and physician orders.
Responsibilities include monitoring residents, documenting responses to treatments, and collaborating with RNs, CNAs, and other healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality care.
Full Time Professional THE ORCHARDS POST-ACUTE, BAKERSFIELD, CA, US
Salary Range: $27.50 To $38.00 Hourly
The Orchards Post-Acute is a community that offers nursing care and skilled nursing and is located in Bakersfield, California with 150 beds. Residents who live at the facility can choose from a range of studio room layouts.
We are committed to providing the best assistance to the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible. We bring together a variety of experts and dedicated therapists to work with each resident in achieving their goals. We take great effort to be leaders in the skilled nursing community.
About the Position:
Under the supervision of the RN and/our Unit Manager, your primary responsibility is to assist the RN on duty and general Nursing Dept in giving patients the appropriate services specific to each patient’s care plan. As an LVN, you will conduct med-pass and other treatments as directed by the DON, Medical Director, Administrator and other personnel.
Conducts initial and ongoing assessments of residents' health status.
Monitors vital signs, administers medications, and observes any changes in condition.
Notifies the RN or healthcare provider of any significant changes or concerns.
Administers medications as prescribed by the healthcare provider.
Ensures accurate dosage, proper route, and timely administration.
Monitors and records residents' responses to medications.
Provides basic wound care and other treatments as ordered by the healthcare provider.
Monitors the healing progress of wounds and reports any complications.
Works closely with Registered Nurses, Nurse Managers, Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
Participates in care planning meetings and contributes to the development of resident care plans.
Maintains accurate and up-to-date medical records, including nursing assessments, care plans, and progress notes.
Documents interventions, observations, and resident responses to treatment
Qualifications:
Active CA LVN License in good standing
Active BLS/CPR
Skilled Nursing Facility experience preferred
Schedule Available:What We Offer:
We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.