LVN I Clinic

Mark Twain Medical Center; San Andreas (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Mark Twain Medical Center in San Andreas, California, seeks a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide vital direct patient care and contribute to recovery. You will assess conditions, administer medications, and document care as part of a compassionate healthcare team.

You will collaborate with RNs and physicians to implement individualized plans, emphasize patient safety, and maintain excellent communication. CPR is required at hire, with preferred ACLS/PALS in consideration.

Qualifications

• CA LVN license required at hire.
• CPR certification required at hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient conditions and provide direct care as part of the team.
• Administer medications and perform prescribed treatments.
• Document care meticulously and collaborate with RNs and physicians.
• Assist with opening clinic and ensure readiness for daily activities.
• Prepare examination rooms, handle lab tasks, and venipuncture as needed.

Skills

CPR

Clinical care

Patient safety

Communication

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Venipuncture

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), you will provide vital direct patient care, significantly contributing to patient well-being and recovery as an integral part of our compassionate healthcare team.

Every day you will assess patient conditions, administer medications, perform prescribed treatments, and meticulously document care. You will collaborate with RNs and physicians to implement individualized care plans, ensuring a seamless and high-quality patient experience.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate exceptional clinical skills, a strong commitment to patient safety, and excellent communication. Your compassionate demeanor, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment are essential.

• Assists with opening clinic, and insuring readiness for daily activities.
• Reviews medical records of patients with scheduled appointments to insure that results of previous tests and procedures will be available for practitioner review.
• Insures patient examination rooms and laboratory areas are ready for daily activity.
• Performs and records quality checks on laboratory test equipment.
• Performs laboratory specimen collection tasks, including venipuncture. Prepares specimens for shipment to hospital laboratory.
• Performs laboratory testing that will be done in the clinic.

Job Requirements

Required

• Licensed Vocational Nurse: CA, upon hire
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Preferred

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support, upon hire
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support, upon hire

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1951, Dignity Health - Mark Twain Medical Center is a 25-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in San Andreas, California. Serving over 90,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including cancer care, emergency care, and orthopedics. Mark Twain Medical Center also includes four Family Medical Clinics offering exams, immunizations, and care for minor injuries. Additionally, Mark Twain Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is the only medical facility in Calavaras County.