Licensed Vocational Nurse

Location : Skid-Row Downtown Los Angeles (CA)

JWCH Mission Statement :

The Mission of JWCH Institute is to improve the health status and well-being of under-served segments of the population of Los Angeles Area through the direct provision or coordination of health care, health education, services, and research.

About the Program :

The San Julian Oasis (SJO) Recuperative Care Program is an interim housing program that provides bed space for eligible patients. To qualify, patients must be unhoused, have an acute medical condition, and be medically and physically stable. This respite program offers medical care, case management, personal care, three meals per day, access to long-term housing resources and placement, and reunification services for clients who have lost contact with their family or support network.

Position Purpose :

Within the regulatory scope of practice and under the direction of the Program Director, the LVN assists in the provision of direct patient care by performing routine patient care procedures, technical and supportive functions in the recuperative care setting.

Principal Responsibilities :

• Performs routine patient care functions as prescribed by established policies and procedures within defined scope of education, training and responsibilities
• Uses and practices "basic assessment" (e.g. data collection) and documents data in accordance with the policies and procedures of JWCH and the standards of LVN practice.
• Contributes to evaluation of the patient's individualized interventions related to the care plan and treatment plan.
• Performs basic patient care consistent with the policies and procedures of JWCH and the LVN licensure laws of the State of California.
• Applies principles of aseptic technique and infection control per policy and procedures.
• Consistently uses and reinforces proper body mechanics and appropriate personal protection equipment.
• Recognizes the need for emergency care; initiates appropriate procedures within the scope of practice and alerts the Nurse Manager and physician in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Conducts patient education and supports patient's self-management goals according to JWCH policies and procedures.
• Delegates selected tasks to a medical assistant, consistent with that individuals job description and the polices and procedures of JWCH.
• Assists medical personnel with procedures and / or diagnostic exams.
• Keeps patient exam rooms and work areas clean and stocked.
• Documents pertinent patient information, procedures performed and patient responses, following established policy and procedures.
• Documents in the medical record, all patient care immediately after performing any task in the medical record.
• Assists in the maintenance, care and handling of medical equipment
• Maintains standards of cleanliness, organization and an adequate level of supplies for the exam rooms or assigned work area.
• Demonstrates correct and safe technique in the use of and cleaning of equipment according to specific manufacturers' instructions and policy and procedure manual.
• Responsibility and accountability for adherence to organizational and department standards and policy.
• Observes department guidelines concerning absences and reports absences in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Self-identifies potentially unsafe systems / processes / situations and takes initiative to report to the supervisor.
• Participates in organizational programs / committees as assigned.
• Demonstrates effective working relations and works effectively as part of the team to facilitate the organization's ability to meet goals and objectives.

Requirements :

Disclaimer : Salary offered will be based on the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, and in accordance with applicable laws and internal pay equity policies.

Employee Benefits :

At JWCH Institute, Inc., we believe in taking care of those who take care of others. If you work 30+ hours per week, you'll enjoy competitive pay and a robust benefits package that includes :

Become part of a team where your work matters. Apply today and help us change lives, one patient at a time.

JWCH Institute, Inc + Wesley Health Centers is an Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance Employer .

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