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LVN

Dignity Health • Merced, CA, United States
19 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

The Staff LVN is an experienced practitioner who demonstrates in-depth knowledge of nursing and patient care, and has the ability to practice independently within the confines of their educational preparation, physician orders, and as assigned and supervised by a registered nurse.

  • Demonstrates basic technical nursing skills within the scope of practice (as documented in agency skills checklist)
  • Utilizes the nursing process to provide safe, therapeutic care for patients :
  • Assessment, Planning in collaboration with RN, Implementation, and Evaluation
  • Documentation of the nursing process reflects a proficient level of clinical practice.
  • Implements an established plan of care, follows frequency, works toward established goals, and reports any necessary changes.
  • Collaborates, cooperates, and coordinates with RN Case Manager / supervisor to assure effective, consistent management of clients. Works as a collaborative member of the treatment team and reports any changes in the client status to the case manager / supervisor promptly.

Job Requirements

Minimum Required :

  • At least one year of experience in Home Health is required.
  • California Licensed Vocational Nurse license
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) - we accept the American Heart Association.
  • CA Driver’s License
  • Must maintain proof of Car Insurance.
  • Demonstrates ability to work within a case-managed model of patient-care delivery.
  • Demonstrates proficient intermediate nursing skills.
  • Demonstrates a caring, compassionate attitude toward others.
  • Ability and willingness to actively participate in agency task forces and committees.
  • Demonstrates ability to organize and prioritize work efficiently.
  • Demonstrates clear, practical written and oral English skills, and objective, active listening skills.
  • Reacts calmly and efficiently in emergencies.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with others across all agency departments.
  • Preferred

  • Acute care and skilled nursing facility, preferred
  • Where You'll Work

    Mercy Medical Center, a Dignity Health member, has been building a rich history of care in our community for more than 100 years. We have grown from a small one-story wooden structure into a major healthcare provider with a new 186-bed main campus, offering the latest in facility design and technology. Mercy also operates Outpatient Centers, a Cancer Center and several rural clinics.

    Wherever you work throughout our system, you will find faces of experience with dedication to high quality, personalized care. Joining our 1,300 employees, 230 physicians and many volunteers, you can help carry out our commitment to providing our community with the excellence they have come to associate with Mercy Medical Center.

    One Community. One Mission. One California

    Pay Range

    $28.10 - $41.80 / hour

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