Float Pool LVN - Elm CHC

Clinica Sierra Vista

About The Position

Clinica Sierra Vista is excited to be one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Centers in the Nation! We’re honored to serve the men and women of the fields. We also offer care and support to the inner city, the rural and isolated, those of low, moderate, and fixed incomes, and families from an array of cultural backgrounds who speak several languages. We don’t inquire about immigration status because we simply don’t need to know. If you come to us, we will treat you like any other patient. As we grow our team, we are looking for individuals who believe the patient is always #1. We're looking for someone to join our team as a Float Pool LVN who: Licensed Vocation Nurse are licensed health professionals who perform patient care, technical and supportive services under general supervision in the clinical setting. The LVN supports the philosophy and complies with the protocols, policies and procedures of the Organization. As an LVN in the float pool, the employee will cover multiple sites within regional area as assigned.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Current I.V. certification preferred.
Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform patient care functions as prescribed by provider following established protocols, policies, and procedures within their scope of education, training and responsibilities.
Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams.
Assess and monitor patients’ conditions and notify provider for disposition.
Prepare and administer medications as directed by provider order or standing orders, following established protocols.
If, State certified, initiate and maintain Intravenous solutions as prescribed by provider, following established protocols.
Maintain equipment and supplies. Identify and arrange for equipment needing repair.
Apply principles of aseptic technique and infection control.
Monitor patient flow and assign/direct other personnel as needed.
Provide medical information and education to patients, following established protocols and policies.
Document pertinent patient information, assessment and nursing procedures, following established protocols. Maintain patient confidentiality.
Perform other duties as directed. Please see attachment for full job description.