LVN-Full Time-SNF-SIGN ON BONUS

Ridgeview; San Diego (CA); Presencial; USD 51.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ridgeview Health Center in San Diego, CA is seeking a Full Time Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to deliver comprehensive nursing care on each shift, including medication administration, treatments and thorough documentation. The role requires strong clinical skills and the ability to respond effectively to emergencies.

The LVN will support the RN supervisor, supervise CNAs, and coordinate with physicians on orders, while maintaining accurate care plans and timely communications with families and

Formación

• California LVN license in good standing.
• Minimum one year direct nursing care experience for elderly/chronically ill.
• Knowledge of Title 22 and OBRA regulations.

Responsabilidades

• Provide nursing care on shift including medication administration and documentation.
• Assist RN supervisor and oversee CNAs to maintain quality resident care.
• Communicate changes in condition to physicians and families; obtain consents and update care plans.
• Respond quickly and professionally to medical emergencies; perform IV therapy and related procedures.
• Support infection prevention duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

1 year nursing experience

Title 22/OBRA knowledge

Educación

California LVN license

Descripción del empleo

Ridgeview Health Center is looking for a Full Time LVN

Schedule: 4:2 rotation

Wage: 37.50-40.50/ hour

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The LVN is responsible for the overall nursing care/service on their shift, including the accurate and timely administration of medications, treatments, documentation and emergency calls, as indicated.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES:

Assists the RN supervisor and /or supervises and oversees the direct care of the residents being provided by the CNA’s on their shift in order to maintain quality resident care

The LVN will be responsible to assist the RN supervisor with contacting resident’s attending physicians for change of condition, new admission orders, discharge orders and all necessary changes in medication and treatment orders. They are responsible for notifying resident family members/surrogate decision makers of changes in condition, changes in medication and treatment orders, obtaining informed consents, developing resident care plans, accurate and timely documentation of all physician, resident, family member/surrogate decision maker communication. Ability to respond quickly, calmly and professionally to medical emergencies. Knowledgeable of state and federal regulations.

Knowledgeably and skillfully performs Intravenous therapy with in the LVN scope of practice, tube feedings, oxygen administration and related procedures, catheterizations, suctioning and dressing changes. Accurately carries out medication administration and treatment procedures. Assists with direct resident care, such as bathing, grooming, transferring, repositioning as needed. Willing to accept additional responsibilities in emergency situations to ensure quality resident care is maintained.

Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Infection Preventionist Duties; if chosen by the DSD to assist with infection prevention as the Infection Preventionist Designee, (IPD), the licensed nurse will complete infection prevention training and obtain a certificate of completion. The IPD will work 20 hours a week on the management of infection prevention, surveillance and education of staff, residents and visitors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Current California Licensed Vocational Nurse License in good standing with the LVN Board of Nursing

Must have at least one-year of experience with providing direct nursing care to the elderly and chronically ill patients preferably in a skilled nursing facility

Must have knowledge regarding Title 22 and OBRA Regulations