Licensed Vocational Nurse - SubAcute

Pacifica Hospital of the Valley; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse to join their patient care team. In this pivotal role, you will provide direct nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, ensuring that residents receive the highest quality of care. Your responsibilities will include administering medications, documenting interventions, and collaborating with team members to meet patient needs. This position offers a supportive environment where new graduates are encouraged to apply, making it an excellent opportunity to kickstart your nursing career.

Qualifications

• One year clinical experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse preferred.
• Excellent communication and organization skills required.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as per care plan.
• Document timely interventions and communicate resident status.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Basic Computer Skills

Education

California Vocational Nurse License (LVN)

BLS Certification

Tools

Empower (EHR)

Point Click Care (PCC)

Job description

The LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE is a member of the patient care team responsible for providing direct nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE is responsible for following the resident's Plan of Care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with team members to meet patient needs, ensuring positive care outcomes.

Duties include but are not limited to:

1. Administering medications and treatments
2. Implementing and documenting timely interventions appropriate to resident needs while functioning within the California Licensed Vocational Nurse Scope of Practice
3. Obtaining and recording accurate physical assessment data based on diagnosis and care plan
4. Communicating resident status to the Registered Nurse
5. Responding to resident requests and/or call lights with appropriate action
6. Delivering consistent quality patient care, evidenced by assigned residents being clean and comfortable

The successful candidate will possess the following:

• Valid CA Vocational Nurse License (LVN)
• One (1) year clinical experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in an acute and/or subacute hospital environment PREFERRED - New graduates encouraged to apply
• BLS certification required
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and organization skills required
• Basic computer skills – Empower (EHR) and Point Click Care (PCC) experience preferred