Licensed Vocational Nurse I

Description : Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician provides nursing care in accordance with the legal scope of practice and within established standards of care, policies and procedures.

Demonstrates performance consistent with the Mission, Vision and Strategic Plan of the organization. Demonstrates quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice and treats coworkers, patients, families and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect.

Essential Functions : - Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities & applicable state, federal & local laws.

• Performs patient care functions, within the scope of competency, considering age related needs of the patient as prescribed by physician / health care professional's) following established protocols, policies and procedures.
• Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and / or diagnostic exams.- Assess & monitor patients' condition & notify physician / health care professional for disposition.
• Prepare & administer medications as directed by physician order following established protocols.- Maintain equipment & supplies.
• Identify & arrange for equipment needing repair.- Apply principles of aseptic technique & infection control as directed by the Infection Control Manual.
• Monitor patient flow & assign / direct other ancillary personnel as needed.- Provide medical information & education to patients, following established protocols & guidelines.
• Document pertinent patient information, assessment & nursing procedures following established protocols.- Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as directed.- Patient / Care Procedures : Explain purpose & process of examinations, tests & medical procedures to patients, following established guidelines.
• Instruct patients on general health & basic self care procedures.- Review, explain & clarify physician orders with patient.
• Instruct patient in use of home equipment.- Administer patient first aid.- Apply basic orthopedic devices, as ordered by physician.
• Apply & remove dressings.- Execute treatments such as urinary catheterization, bladder irrigations, suction procedures & throat irrigations.
• Follow standard infection control procedures.- Administer enemas.- Initiate emergency procedures (including basic CPR) & provide emergency patient treatments.
• Lift patients.- Monitor patient vital signs.- Monitor patients for bleeding.- Observe machine monitors.- Administer inhalation therapy.
• Participate in development of nursing care plans.- Perform surgical preps.- Prepare & position patients for procedures.
• Prepare patients for physical examinations.- Provide therapeutic care as ordered by physician.- Rinse & clean instruments & equipment.
• Sterilize instruments & equipment.- Arrange for equipment repair & maintenance.- Sterilize instruments & equipment.- Arrange for equipment repair & maintenance.
• Maintain clean work area.- Monitor supply of oxygen & gas tanks.- Complete laboratory, radiology requisitions & specialized test forms.
• Notify appropriate personnel of abnormal lab test results.- Answer member inquires.- Observe patient condition for reactions during & after procedures.
• Remove sutures following established protocols.- Respond to Code Blues.- Take & record patient vital signs, height, weight, etc.
• Obtain specimens from patients (urine, stool, etc.).- Perform venipuncture & finger sticks to obtain blood samples.- Prepare specimens & specimens for lab analysis.
• This job description is not all encompassing. Pay Grade : 25Basic Qualifications : Experience Zero (0) to one (1) year LVN experience.

Education N / A.Licenses, Certifications, Registrations Current California Licensed Vocational Nurse. Current Basic Life Support card.

Additional Requirements : N / A. Preferred Qualifications : N / A.Notes : Location may vary based on operational need. This is an on-call position, days and hours may vary.

This is a variable position, start times may vary within the specific shift. Primary Location : California,Lancaster,Lancaster Medical Offices Scheduled Weekly Hours : 1 Shift : Day Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun Working Hours Start : 08 : 00 AM Working Hours End : 05 : 00 PM Job Schedule : Call-in / On-Call Job Type : Standard Employee Status : Regular Employee Group / Union Affiliation : B01SEIULocal 399 Job Level : Individual Contributor Specialty : LVN / LPN Department : Lancaster / Antelope West MOB - Population Management - 0806 Pay Range : $31.

62 - $35.04 / hour The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.

Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do.

We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work.

Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

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