Pavilion On Call AM LVN

Pay Range: $29.50 - $36.00

The LVN has the responsibility of total resident care for independent and assisted living residents in any area of the RCFE. The LVN performs professional nursing duties in accordance with the Masonic Homes and state RCFE regulations. This position reports to the Manager of Health Services or Pavilion Manager and may be required to supervise other staff positions. The LVN will be responsible for residents in any/all RCFE areas when there is only one LVN on shift and/or if the other LVN on shift is unavailable for any reason.

• Responsible for nursing care, medication administration, and treatments for the assisted living residents in compliance with Federal and State regulations and the Masonic Homes guidelines.
• Responsible for the admissions of new residents to include all admission assessments, the assessment of resident health status for both new and existing residents, the subsequent development of the service plan, and documentation.
• Recognize changes in conditions of residents and notify physicians and family members of any change in resident's health, and provide proper documentation.
• Performs periodic audits and reviews clinical systems to ensure compliance with State regulations and Masonic Homes policies and procedures are assigned.
• Initiates writing and updates Resident Assessment and Service Plans as resident's condition changes, collaborating with active living, social services, and dietary services.
• Supervises and ensures resident care personnel on the shift have completed assignments and performed duties by checking their work.
• Maintains close communication with all departments and staff members, Health Services Director, health care professionals, and families about the needs of residents.
• Notifies MD of resident changes and concerns after consultation with RN; personally receives or places calls to physician, receives and processes MD orders, and administers medications as needed.
• Monitors medications of residents as ordered by MD; administers intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous injections.
• Charts medications and treatments according to the procedure.
• Verifies inventory of drugs covered by the Controlled Substances Act of 1970.
• Ensures that individual resident assessment and service plan are followed.
• Attends family conferences; understands role in the Safety and disaster plan.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Current certification as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in the state of California.
• Current CPR certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• One or more years of long term care nursing experience as a licensed nurse.

• Opportunities to combine your passion for helping people and high ethical standards with opportunities to advance your career.
• Work environment focused on teamwork and support for excellent care.
• Generous contribution to a 401(K) plan whether or not you participate, with an additional contribution from the company when you participate.