LVN Full Time AM shift -Sunset Villa Post Acute

Sunset Villa Post Acute in; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated LVN for a full-time AM shift. This role involves overseeing nursing assistants, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing high-quality patient care. The ideal candidate will possess a Nursing Degree and an active LPN/LVN license, demonstrating strong leadership and communication skills. Join a supportive team committed to delivering exceptional care and making a difference in residents' lives. If you are passionate about nursing and eager to contribute to a positive healthcare environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN/LVN.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day functions of nursing assistants in compliance with regulations.
• Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician.
• Ensure compliance with nursing service procedures and documentation.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Charting and Documentation

Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Nursing Degree

LPN/LVN Program Graduate

Tools

Medical Charting Software

Job description

LVN Full Time AM shift - Sunset Villa Post Acute (Healthcare)

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

Administrative Functions

1. Direct the day to day functions of the nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long term care facility.
2. Ensure that all nursing personnel assigned to you comply with the written policies and procedures established by this facility.
3. Periodically review the department's policies, procedure manuals, job descriptions, etc., and make recommendations for revisions.
4. Meet with your assigned nursing staff, as well as support personnel, in planning the shifts' services, programs, and activities.
5. Ensure that the Nursing Service Procedures Manual is current and reflects the day to day nursing procedures performed in this facility.
6. Ensure compliance with the procedures set forth in the Nursing Service Procedures Manual.
7. Make written and oral reports/recommendations concerning the activities of your shift as required.
8. Cooperate with other resident services when coordinating nursing services to ensure that the resident's total regimen of care is maintained.
9. Participate in the development, maintenance, and implementation of the facility's quality assurance program for the nursing service department.
10. Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as may be requested.
11. Complete accident/incident reports as necessary.
12. Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc., as necessary.

Charting and Documentation

1. Complete and file required recordkeeping forms/charts upon the resident's admission, transfer, and/or discharge.
2. Encourage attending physicians to review treatment plans, record and sign their orders, progress notes, etc., in accordance with established policies.
3. Receive telephone orders from physicians and record on the Physicians' Order Form.
4. Chart nurses' notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to the resident.
5. Follow established procedures for charting and documentation policies.

Drug Administration Functions

1. Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician.
2. Verify the identity of the resident before administering the medication/treatment.
3. Ensure that an adequate supply of floor stock medications, supplies, and equipment is on hand to meet the nursing needs of the residents.
4. Order prescribed medications, supplies, and equipment as necessary, and in accordance with established policies.
5. Ensure that narcotic records are accurate for your shift.

Personnel Functions

1. Participate in employee performance evaluations and make recommendations to the Nurse Supervisor concerning employee dismissals, transfers, etc.
2. Develop work assignments and/or assist in completing and performing such assignments.
3. Provide leadership to nursing personnel assigned to your unit/shift.
4. Ensure that all nursing assistants are enrolled in or have graduated from an approved nursing assistant training program.

Nursing Care Functions

1. Inform nursing personnel of new admissions, their expected time of arrival, room assignment, etc.
2. Ensure that rooms are ready for new admissions and greet newly admitted residents upon admission.
3. Consult with the resident's physician in providing the resident's care, treatment, rehabilitation, etc., as necessary.
4. Administer professional services such as catheterization, tube feedings, suction, and taking blood.

Qualifications

1. Must possess a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved LPN/LVN program.
2. Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN/LVN in this state.
3. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
4. Must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.