Licensed Vocational Nurse

Overview :

Join Our Team of Compassionate LVNs!

Are you a retired LVN or a recent LVN college graduate looking for a rewarding opportunity? We have the perfect role for you!

Why You'll Love Working With Us :

Small Case Load : You'll work with no more than 5 adults, allowing you to provide personalized care and build meaningful relationships.

Impactful Work : Monitor and oversee the general health, medical issues, and wellbeing of our program participants. Your care makes a difference!

Professional Growth : Deliver nursing care within the scope of our program and train associates on health issues related to our participants. Continue to grow and develop in your career.

What You'll Do :

Provide compassionate nursing care to our consumers.

Ensure the health and wellbeing of program participants.

Educate and train program associates on relevant health issues.

Join us and make a positive impact in the lives of those we serve. Apply today and be part of a team that values your skills and dedication!

Schedule : Tuesdays 2 pm - 10 pm Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 6 am - 2 pm PLUS one weekend day Saturday OR Sunday flexible to shift / hours

Starting pay : Our LVN positions typically pay between $29.33 - $30.00 / Hour, depending upon the location, hours / shift, and level of candidate experience.

Responsibilities :

Delivers nursing care to residents within the scope of the residential program. Examines and evaluates residents who are ill, injured, or whose medical equipment is malfunctioning. Reports findings and safety concerns and makes recommendations to the Residential Administrator and Registered Nurse. Assists with emergency responses within assigned authority.

Assists in the administration and monitoring of medications, which may include suppositories.

Provides personal care for residents which may include assistance with eating, personal hygiene, showering, restroom assistance, and preparing for bedtime. Assists and / or prepares meals in compliance with dietary restrictions; assists individuals to eat, including those who may require assistance with G-tube feeding.

Assists in care and cleaning of residential home, which includes laundering and ironing of residents clothing.

Completes all necessary reports and documentation on a daily basis.

Evaluates staff training needs within realm of expertise and conducts necessary training.

Transports individuals to health care appointments and other various locations.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

Must possess a valid Licensed Vocational Nurse Certification / Degree

At least one year of experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or- prior experience working at a residential home.

Must have and maintain a valid CPR, CPI, and First Aid Certification.

DSP I and II certifications required upon hire or- within one year of beginning employment, depending upon contractual requirements of the residential home.

Ability to read, interpret and implement policies, procedures and regulations.

Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written communications with all levels of associates and the general public.

Must maintain a high degree of professionalism and positivity in all interactions.

Ability to exercise discretion and maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Ability to provide assistance with personal care to residents and to transfer an individual who has no weight bearing skills. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively. Ability to walk, stand, stoop, and kneel for extended periods of time. Ability to push / pull wheelchairs on a variety of terrain.

Ability to pass a post-offer physical examination and a TB test.

Ability to obtain and maintain a criminal record / fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation per Easterseals Southern California and / or program requirements.

Ability to travel locally; maintain driving record in compliance with Transportation Safety Standards; maintain auto insurance and vehicle registration.

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