Float Pool LVN - Central CHC

Clinica Sierra Vista•Bakersfield, CA

2d•$33 - $40

About The Position

Clinica Sierra Vista is hiring a Float Pool Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide patient care, technical, and supportive services under general supervision in a clinical setting. The LVN supports the organization’s philosophy and follows its protocols, policies, and procedures. The employee will cover multiple sites within an assigned regional area. The role includes providing care within the LVN’s education, training, and scope of responsibility; assisting medical personnel with procedures and examinations; monitoring patients and reporting to providers; administering medications under provider orders or standing orders; maintaining equipment and supplies; supporting patient flow; educating patients; and documenting care while maintaining confidentiality. State-certified employees may initiate and maintain prescribed intravenous solutions according to established protocols.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited School of Vocational Nursing.
Current California Vocational Nurse license.
Current Basic Life Support card issued through the American Heart Association.
Adhere to Clinica Sierra Vista’s employee health and immunization requirements or provide a valid exemption request for subsequent approval.

Nice To Haves

Current I.V. certification.
Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Perform patient care functions prescribed by a provider and follow established protocols, policies, and procedures within the scope of education, training, and responsibilities.
Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures, and diagnostic exams.
Assess and monitor patients’ conditions and notify the provider for disposition.
Prepare and administer medications as directed by provider orders or standing orders, following established protocols.
If state-certified, initiate and maintain intravenous solutions as prescribed by a provider and according to established protocols.
Maintain equipment and supplies, and identify and arrange for equipment needing repair.
Apply aseptic technique and infection-control principles.
Monitor patient flow and assign or direct other personnel as needed.
Provide patients with medical information and education according to established protocols and policies.
Document pertinent patient information, assessments, and nursing procedures according to established protocols, and maintain patient confidentiality.
Perform other duties as directed.
Cover multiple sites within the assigned regional area.