Licensed Vocational Nurse II, Family Medicine

Sutter Health•Turlock, CA

About The Position

Provides nursing care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or physician, in accordance with the legal scope of practice and established standards of care, 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 functionality by distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed. Adheres to local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety and help deliver optimal patient care. Employees may handle hazardous drugs as part of their work, including managing, storing, preparing, receiving, unpacking, transporting, disposing of, or administering drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by NIOSH, in accordance with USP 800 guidelines. This is a 26-week limited-term position in Family Medicine. The schedule is full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, day shift, with eight-hour shifts and no weekend requirements. The role is non-exempt. The pay range is $35.60 to $49.84 per hour; the range may vary by geographic location, and compensation considers factors including experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Vocational Nursing, evidenced by an LVN/LPN license; required before the start date.
For California-based jobs, a California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license is required before the start date; for Oregon-based jobs, an Oregon Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license is required before the start date.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
Knowledge of basic nursing skills, medical procedures, views, and equipment.
Ability to interpret information and instructions presented 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 procedures and scientific methods to meet objectives and deadlines.
General knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing 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 to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or physician, following the legal scope of practice and established standards, policies, and procedures.
Use patient interaction skills to gain the confidence and cooperation of patients, families or support groups, and healthcare providers.
Implement the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner, using sound judgment and clinical skills.
Distribute supplies and perform equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed.
Follow applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety and support optimal patient care.
Handle hazardous drugs as required, in accordance with NIOSH identification and USP 800 guidelines.