Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVN (PM Shift)

Valley Vista Post-acute; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Vista Post-acute is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) for the PM shift in Escondido, CA. The LVN assists RNs, organizes day-to-day nursing duties, and ensures high quality care in accordance with regulations.

You will monitor residents' health, administer medications, participate in care planning, and collaborate with CNAs and other health professionals to support resident well-being.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed LVN or LPN in California (CA).

Responsibilities

• Conducts initial and ongoing assessments of residents' health status.
• Monitors vital signs and administers medications as prescribed.
• Notifies the RN or healthcare provider of significant changes or concerns.
• Administers medications as prescribed.
• 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 provider.
• Monitors healing progress and reports complications.
• Collaborates with RNs, CNAs and other staff to coordinate care.
• Participates in care planning meetings and helps develop resident care plans.

Skills

Assessment

Vital signs

Medication administration

Wound care

Care coordination

Education

California LVN/LPN license (CA)

Job description

Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVN (PM Shift)

Full Time Professional Escondido, CA, US

Salary Range: $30.00 To $32.00 Hourly

JOB DESCRIPTION

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Nursing Department

FLSA Classification:Non Exempt

Reports to:Director of Nursing

Overview of Job

The Licensed Vocational Nurse is responsible to assist the RN’s in giving patient’s services, organizing, developing and doing the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Service Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and facility policy and procedures and as may be directed by the Administrator, the Medical Director, and/or the Director of Nursing Services, to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in a Skilled Nursing Facility is responsible for delivering high-quality nursing care to residents under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Nurse Manager. The LVN works collaboratively with the healthcare team to ensure the well-being and comfort of residents.

Duties and Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications/Specific Requirements:

• License :Must be a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state