Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
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Links Healthcare
Livermore, CA, US
Summary
The Licensed Vocational Nurse assists RNs in providing patient services and managing daily nursing department functions. Responsibilities include conducting health assessments, administering medications, and providing wound care while coordinating with the healthcare team.
Job Description
About Us:
Stratford Villa Post-Acute is proud to be a Five-Star, Medicare-certified, 37-bed Skilled Nursing Facility located near the heart of downtown Livermore. It is part of the Villas Post-Acute and Senior Living community for seniors in the heart of Livermore.
Position Overview:
The Licensed Vocational Nurse is responsible to assist the RN’s in giving patient’s services, organizing, developing and doing the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Service Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and facility policy and procedures and as may be directed by the Administrator, the Medical Director, and/or the Director of Nursing Services, to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.
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Conducts initial and ongoing assessments of residents' health status.
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Monitors vital signs, administers medications, and observes any changes in condition.
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Notifies the RN or healthcare provider of any significant changes or concerns.
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Administers medications as prescribed by the healthcare provider.
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Ensures accurate dosage, proper route, and timely administration.
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Monitors and records residents' responses to medications.
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Provides basic wound care and other treatments as ordered by the healthcare provider.
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Monitors the healing progress of wounds and reports any complications.
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Works closely with Registered Nurses, Nurse Managers, Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
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Participates in care planning meetings and contributes to the development of resident care plans.
Qualifications:
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Fresh or newly licensed LVNs are welcome.
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Experienced LVN is preferred.
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Experience in a skilled nursing facility/long-term care/senior care is a plus.
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Valid and active Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of California.
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Must have an active BLS through the American Heart Association.
What We Offer (Full-Time):
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Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
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Additional options like Accident Insurance and Hospitalization plans.
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Life and AD&D insurance included for full-time employees.
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401(k) retirement savings.
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Paid time off: Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.
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Supportive and collaborative work environment.
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Paid orientation and training programs.
We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.
Schedule: Part-Time/On-Call; AM, PM, NOC shift
Links Healthcare is a support services company dedicated to the training and development of healthcare leaders in the skilled nursing industry. Our services are designed to enhance the management and operational capabilities of healthcare leaders, with a focus on high-quality care and elevated outcomes.
Founded
2017
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
Links Healthcare is a support services company dedicated to the training and development of healthcare leaders in the skilled nursing industry. Our services are designed to enhance the management and operational capabilities of healthcare leaders, with a focus on high-quality care and elevated outcomes.
Founded
2017
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Privately Held