Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse — Care Leader

Monterey Palms Healthcare Center; Palm Desert (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Monterey Palms Healthcare Center is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to provide patient care under physician orders. You will work within a team and under the direction of physicians and registered nurses.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, medication administration, care planning, and supervision of CNAs and nursing assistants. The role requires state LVN licensure and CPR certification, with shift options as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Valid State LVN licensure is required.
• Current CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients by physical examination and pertinent tests to determine health status.
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Participates in the care planning process.
• Supervises LPNs and nursing assistants.
• Communicates changes in resident conditions with physicians.
• Documents assessments and care per standards of care and policy.
• Educates patients and families on health issues.
• Completes required forms per policy and regulations.

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing

Valid State licensure as LVN

Current CPR certification

Job description

Monterey Palms Healthcare Center is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to provide patient care under physician orders. You will work within a team and under the direction of physicians and registered nurses.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, medication administration, care planning, and supervision of CNAs and nursing assistants. The role requires state LVN licensure and CPR certification, with shift options as needed.