Licensed Vocational Nurse II, Shared Staff

Sutter Health•Yuba City, CA

6d•$37 - $52

About The Position

Provides nursing care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or physician, within the legal scope of practice and established standards, policies, and procedures. Uses education, technical competence, and patient-interaction skills to gain the confidence and cooperation of patients, their families or support groups, and other healthcare providers. Exercises sound judgment and clinical skills to implement the patient’s plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Supports department operations by distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed. Follows local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety and help deliver optimal patient care. The position is based in the Sutter Medical Foundation – North organization. Travel is required as needed between Brownsville, Olivehurst, and Yuba City locations. It is a regular, non-exempt, full-time position with an eight-hour day shift, Monday through Friday, and 32 weekly hours. Weekend work is required as needed.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Vocational Nursing, evidenced by an LVN/LPN license, before the start date.
For California-based jobs, a California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license before the start date; for Oregon-based jobs, a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license before the start date.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
Demonstrated knowledge of basic nursing skills, medical procedures, views, and equipment.
Ability to interpret data and instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
Time-management and organizational skills, including prioritizing assignments and working within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to meet objectives and deadlines.
General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including handling multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or physician and within the legal scope of practice.
Use clinical skills and judgment to implement patients’ plans of care in a timely manner.
Communicate and interact with patients, their families or support groups, and healthcare providers to gain confidence and cooperation.
Distribute supplies and perform equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed.
Follow applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to support patient privacy and safety.
Travel as needed between Brownsville, Olivehurst, and Yuba City locations.