Licensed Vocational Nurse - NOC

Wellpath / Correct Care Solutions; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

DailyPay

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Company paid life insurance

Wellness program

Job summary

Wellpath / Correct Care Solutions is hiring a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in Fresno, California. You will provide essential patient care in a correctional environment, performing nursing activities like assessment, medication administration, and emergency response.

This role offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including health insurance, tuition assistance, and an Employee Assistance Program. Join an inclusive organization committed to diversity and making a difference in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of clinical experience preferred.
• Current licensure as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in California.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient assessments and treatment planning.
• Administer medications as directed.
• Respond to emergencies and ensure patient safety.
• Implement nutrition and therapeutic diet plans.
• Document nursing encounters and communicate with staff.

Skills

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Emergency response

Documentation skills

Education

Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing

Job description

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Compensation Information: $36 - $40 / hour

Department (Org): Nursing

You Matter

Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved. Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture. Excellent career growth opportunities.

Join us and find a career that supports:

• Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients
• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Autonomy in a warm team environment
• Growth and training

Perks and Benefits

In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing, including:

• DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it
• Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching
• Company paid life insurance
• Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans

*Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.

Why Us

Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

How you make a difference

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides assistance and collects data in the delivery of patient care in a correctional setting, utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The LVN directs and guides patient teaching and activities in accordance with their education, competencies, and the Nursing Practice Act (NPA). The LVN works closely with other healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality care and compliance with established policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in patient assessment and treatment planning in accordance with the Nursing Practice Act and Correctional Health Services policies.
• Administer medications and implement medical plans as directed by the Health Care Practitioner, utilizing proper techniques and procedures.
• Respond to emergencies and maintain safety through the implementation of established protocols and precautions.
• Implement nutrition and therapeutic diets and assist in medical procedures as necessary to meet patient needs.
• Document nursing encounters and communicate information to healthcare staff and supervisory personnel.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing

Experience

• One (1) or more years clinic experience preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in the state employed.
• Current CPR certification

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles.