LVN Clinical Director

Health-Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Apploi is seeking an LVN Clinical Director to oversee daily nursing operations, manage medication administration, supervise staff, and ensure regulatory compliance in settings such as assisted living or home health.

The role partners with physicians and families, drives high-quality care, and leads the clinical team through audits and EHR management.

The LVN director will require active CA LVN license, 3+ years clinical experience, 1–2 years supervisory, CPR/BLS, and IV Therapy creds.

Qualifications

• Active, unencumbered state LVN license in California.
• 3+ years of clinical nursing experience with 1–2+ years in a supervisory role.
• CPR/BLS certification; IV Therapy certification preferred or required by state.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily nursing operations and update patient care plans.
• Lead nursing staff including scheduling and performance reviews.
• Ensure compliance with licensing, OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control standards.
• Coordinate communication with physicians, families, and care teams.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Team scheduling

Regulatory compliance

EHR proficiency

Job description

The LVN Clinical Director oversees daily nursing operations, medication administration, staff supervision, and regulatory compliance. This role ensures high-quality care delivery, leads the clinical team, and coordinates with families and physicians-most commonly within assisted living, senior care, home health, or outpatient settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Care Oversight: Manage daily nursing workflows, update patient care plans, monitor health changes, and audit Electronic Health Records (EHR).

• Team Leadership: Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise LVNs, CNAs, and care staff; conduct performance reviews and competency checks.

• Compliance & Safety: Maintain compliance with state licensing, OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control standards; lead survey and inspection preparations.

• Communication: Serve as the main point of contact for physicians, families, and interdisciplinary care teams.

Key Requirements

• Licensing: Active, unencumbered state LVN license in CA.

• Experience: 3+ years of clinical nursing experience + 1-2+ years in a supervisory role (Charge Nurse, Nurse Lead, or Manager).

• Certifications: CPR/BLS required; IV Therapy certification preferred/required by state.

• Skills: Strong clinical assessment, team scheduling, regulatory compliance (e.g., Title 22/state guidelines), and EHR proficiency.