Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Transitional Care Unit, Full time, Days

PIH Health Hospital; Whittier (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare network is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide direct patient care under the supervision of registered nurses. This role involves performing treatments, procedures, and clerical tasks while adhering to the legal boundaries of nursing practice. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, clinical education, and a commitment to patient care excellence. Join a recognized healthcare provider dedicated to serving millions in the community, where your contributions will make a meaningful impact on patient experiences and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current California LVN license and certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS.
• Experience in acute care facilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under supervision of a registered nurse.
• Assists with treatments, procedures, and clerical duties within LVN scope of practice.

Skills

Written and verbal communications

Interpersonal skills

Basic organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Clinical education related to specialty

Knowledge of medical terminology

Principles of patient/family teaching

Ability to listen and follow directions

Education

Current California LVN license

Intravenous and Blood Withdrawal Certification

BLS from the American Heart Association

ACLS & PALS from the American Heart Association

Evidence of continuing education

Job description

Provides direct patient care under the direction/supervision of a registered nurse. Provides treatments, procedures and clerical duties as defined and within the legal boundaries of the Licensed Vocational Nurse Scope of Practice and accepts responsibility for individual nursing actions, competence, decisions and behavior in the course of vocational nursing practice.

PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women’s health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience, and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has identified PIH Health as one of the nation’s top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

Required Skills

• Written and verbal communications, interpersonal skills.
• Basic organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Demonstrated team member abilities.
• Clinical education related to specialty.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Principles of patient/family teaching.
• Ability to listen and follow directions.

Required Experience

Required:

• Current California LVN license.
• Intravenous and Blood Withdrawal Certification.
• BLS from the American Heart Association.
• ACLS & PALS from the American Heart Association (ED Dept only).
• Non-Violent Crisis Prevention (VIP) within 3 months of employment (ED Dept Only).
• LA City Fire card within 6 months of employment (PHGSH only).
• Evidence of continuing education.
• Prior experience in an acute care facility or formal classroom education in Medical/Surgical as appropriate for clinical specialty.

Address:
12401 Washington Blvd.
Salary:
28.00-45.00
Shift:
Days
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Zip Code:
90602