License Vocational Nurse LVN

Title: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Reports to: Nurse Manager

Department: Valverde Residential

Location: Reseda, 91335

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Compensation: $32 - $35 /hr

Shift

Hours:

Friday - Sunday for 4-hours, 2pm - 6pm or 5pm - 9pm

Program

Hours:

24 hour, licensed ICF/DDN residential facility.

Supervisory Responsibility: None

Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, provide care and supervision to the residents in the Intermediate Care Facility/Developmental Disabled Nursing (ICF/DDN) facility.

• Implement written plans as part of each resident’s Individual Service Plan (ISP) to provide nursing services consistent with the diagnostic, therapeutic and medication regimens as outlined by the Nurse Manager. Assist with residents’ health services and assessments as needed and directed by the Nurse Manager. Notify the Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) and Nurse Manager of marked or sudden change in signs, symptoms, resident behavior, etc.,
  
  and of any medication errors.
• Document contacts and observations in residents’ charts weekly or more frequently as needed.
• Act as shift leader ensuring all duties are performed. Address performance issues as necessary and notify Nurse Manager using staff log.
• Observe and document the residential assistants’ proficiency in handling, administering and recording medications, and report to the Nurse Manager and House Manager.
• Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team as needed for the following: preadmissions, resident evaluations, placement, periodic reevaluations of the type, extent and quality of nursing services and discharge planning as directed by the Nurse Manager.
• Participate in the Attendant Training Plan and assist with the medication training program for the residential assistants. The medication training program will cover all areas outlined in Title 22.
• Using ECF’s vehicles transport residents to medical appointments as needed.

• Comply with ECF’s Injury and Illness Prevention Program. Ensure safe use and operation of tools and/or equipment.
• Comply with Bloodborne pathogens engineering and work practice controls that reduce the likelihood of exposure (e.g. appropriately handling and disposing of sharps, and proper use of personnel protective equipment).
• Comply with ECF’s policies and procedures including, mandated reporting requirements.
• Regular, reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education/

Licenses/Certifications:

Registered in California as a Licensed Vocational Nurse.

Experience: Two years working as a registered, Licensed Vocational Nurse for a Long-Term Care Facility.

Knowledge/Abilities/Skills:

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work on multiple assignments with competing deadlines.
• Ability to perform any aspect of nursing services needed by the residents as part of the services offered in an ICF/DDN setting.
• Ability to follow strict guidelines regarding sterilization of medical instruments.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions sufficient to establish safe work environment.
• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to deal appropriately with sensitive and confidential information.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in software applications including MS Office products:
  Word and Outlook.

• Driving is an essential function of this position. Proof of valid California driver’s licence, reliable transportation, evidence of state-mandated car insurance, and insurable driving record are required. While driving for work, should a need arise, the employee’s insurance is deemed primary and ECF’s coverage is secondary.
• Driving Disclaimer - Employees driving for company business must maintain a clean record and operate vehicles safely and responsibly. Company vehicles will be monitored and activity recorded. Violations of the driving policy may result in disciplinary action, including suspension of driving privileges, reassignment, or termination.
• Provide evidence of a negative TB test initially and annually thereafter.
• Pass a pre-employment physical and annually thereafter.
• Obtain and maintain…