Float Pool LVN - Comprehensive Care Center

Clinica Sierra Vista•Bakersfield, CA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Clinica Sierra Vista is seeking a Float Pool LVN to join their team. This role involves providing patient care, technical, and supportive services in a clinical setting. As an LVN in the float pool, the employee will cover multiple sites within the regional area as assigned. The organization emphasizes patient-centered care and serves a diverse population, including those with low incomes and various cultural backgrounds, without inquiring about immigration status. They are looking for individuals who prioritize the patient and believe in treating everyone with care and respect.

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.