LVN, Emergency (Part-time, Night Shift)

Nwregionalheart; Hanford (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Nwregionalheart in Hanford, California, is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide specialized nursing care for assigned patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). This role involves assessments, developing care plans, administering medications, and maintaining cleanliness in assigned areas.

The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma or GED, and a Bachelor’s degree is preferred. LVN licensure and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification are required. Adventist Health values the safety of its associates and patients and mandates all required vaccinations.

Qualifications

• High School Education/GED preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience preferred.
• Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) licensure in the state of practice required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides care for assigned patients under RN supervision.
• Performs admission assessments and ongoing re-assessments.
• Implements and coordinates plan of care.
• Performs clinical procedures like phlebotomy and injections.
• Orders/restocks supplies according to established par levels.
• Maintains cleanliness in assigned areas.

Job description

Job Summary

Performs procedures which require specialized training for general nursing care and related services for assigned patients, under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Medical Doctor (MD), in accordance with established policy. Participates in the planning for and provision of patient care. Uses knowledge of asepsis in performance of treatments, such as sterile dressings, irritations and cauterizations. Provides functional direction to ancillary personnel.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) licensure in the state of practice: Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) Health Care Provider certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• AHA-BLS or ARC-BLS: Required

Essential Functions

• Provides care for assigned patients, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) according to established standard and nursing process.
• Performs admission assessments, and ongoing re‑assessments based on departmental specific policy and procedures. Assists in the development of a prioritized interdisciplinary plan of care on each patient.
• Implements and coordinates plan of care utilizing appropriate organizational skills and reporting mechanisms. Implements individual teaching plans, including Patient Teaching Protocols and discharge Plans, based on mutual goal setting and with emphasis on patient decision making.
• Performs assigned clinical procedures (i.e. phlebotomy, injections, drug screens, etc.) Administers medications.
• Orders/restocks supplies as assigned, according to established par levels. Maintains neatness/cleanliness in assigned areas, i.e., Pre‑op, PACU, soiled corridor, utility rooms, lounges, locker rooms and restrooms. Performs daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning throughout department, according to established schedule and assigned area.
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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