LVN Nurse — Compassionate Care, Growth & Benefits

Lodi Nursing and Rehabilitation; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Life & disability insurance

Paid time off

Employee assistance

Identity theft insurance

Travel insurance

Job summary

Berkley East Healthcare Center in Santa Monica, CA is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to oversee patient care in a premier long-term care setting.

The role emphasizes safe, regulation-compliant nursing, team collaboration with CNAs, and clear communication to ensure residents receive high-quality, compassionate care every day. Strong clinical judgment, reliability, and dedication to improving residents' outcomes are essential.

Qualifications

• Licensed and registered LVN in good standing with the State Board of Nursing.
• 2+ years of long-term care experience preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certified.
• Outstanding communication skills.
• Positive, professional and calm demeanor in all work situations.

Responsibilities

• Observes, reports and documents/charting on patient conditions.
• Administers medications per physician orders.
• Takes and records temperatures, respiration and pulse.
• Sets up treatment trays and prepares instruments/equipment for treatments.
• Maintains knowledge of patient conditions at all times.
• Reviews reports from previous shifts and assigns duties to CNAs or other nursing staff.
• Ensures accurate records are updated for the oncoming shift nurses.
• Notifies the DNS/Administrator of changes in patient condition or other job-related problems.

Skills

LVN license CA

2+ years long-term care

CPR & First Aid

Outstanding communication

Calm, professional demeanor

Education

State LVN licensure

Job description

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)needed for premier nursing facility.

Our Mission:We are professionals committed to serving others, nurturing life, and promoting an individual’s ability to thrive.

Position Summary:

Provides and oversees patient care and services safely and in accordance with all regulations and policies.

Qualifications:

• Currently registered and licensed in good standing with the State Board of Nursing
• 2+ years' experience in long-term care preferred
• CPR and First Aid certified
• Outstanding communication skills
• Positive, professional and calm demeanor in all work-related situations

Responsibilities:

• Observes, reports and documents/charting on patient conditions
• Administers medications in accordance with physician orders
• Takes and records temperatures, respiration and pulse
• Sets up treatment trays, prepares instruments and/or other equipment, as needed for treatments
• Maintains working knowledge of assigned patient’s conditions at all times
• Reviews reports from previous shifts to determine changes in status of residents and assigns various duties to C.N.A.’s or other nursing personnel
• Turns over accurate records and ensures oncoming shift nurses are updated
• Responsible for notifying Director of Nursing Services (DNS) and/or Administrator of changes in patient condition or other job-related problems

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverages with company paying majority of costs for Medical HMO (with buy up plan options available)
• 401(k) with company match (company match begins after 1 year of service)
• Company paid Life and disability insurance
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday)
• Employee Assistance program
• Identity Theft and Travel insurance protections
• Bene-Hub employee sponsored discount programs and more….

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

*Benefits available to full-time employees.

At Berkley East Healthcare Center in Santa Monica, CA, we’ve reimagined skilled nursing and rehabilitation by putting people first, both residents and employees. Our nurses, therapists, and support staff are empowered to deliver individualized care plans, advanced therapies, and meaningful outcomes without feeling like just another number in a system. Serving families throughout Los Angeles County, we provide short-term rehabilitation and long-term care focused on faster recovery, stronger outcomes, and a truly supportive environment.
For our team, that means working in a setting that values clinical excellence, collaboration, and respect. We prioritize manageable workflows, strong leadership support, and a culture where your voice matters. Whether you’re at the bedside, in therapy, or supporting operations, you’ll be part of a group that’s committed to doing things differently—and doing them right. Conveniently located near local hospitals, our community offers not only a great place for residents to heal, but a place where professionals can grow, feel appreciated, and build a career with purpose.