LVN / LPN

Sevita•San Luis Obispo, CA

About The Position

Provide nursing services, training, and supports to address medical or psychiatric needs of individuals with brain injuries, intellectual and developmental disabilities, substance use disorders, and/or emotional or behavioral disabilities. Monitor individuals’ health conditions and help ensure quality services are provided. The listed schedule is Fridays and Saturdays, 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., at a pay rate of $32 per hour. Full-time, part-time, and as-needed schedules are also described as available.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in nursing or a related field, or a state certificate.
One year of experience working with the population served in a nursing capacity.
Current LPN or LVN license in the state of residence.
Current driver’s license, car registration, and auto insurance.
Ability to communicate effectively with staff, individuals served, and families.

Nice To Haves

Other certifications as required by state licensing regulations, such as CPR/FA, HIV/AIDS certification, BBP, and ACT training.

Responsibilities

Monitor the health conditions of individuals served and ensure quality services are provided.
Administer medications and document medication administration; oversee and monitor staff members who administer medications.
Provide medical treatment prescribed by physicians and personal care services.
Conduct assessments, implement health care services for each Individual Service Plan (ISP), and respond to changes in condition.
Train staff in universal precautions, infection control, and medication administration.
Act as a liaison and advocate with medical and professional service providers, and coordinate services with external agencies to support consistent treatment.
Train individuals served on self-medication, prescribed treatments, sex education and STD prevention, and smoking cessation.