Licensed Vocational Nurse II, Shared Staff

Sutter Health•Yuba City, CA

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 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. Applies 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 applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety and support optimal patient care. This position travels as needed among the Brownsville, Olivehurst, and Yuba City locations. It is a regular, non-exempt, full-time position with 32 weekly hours, an eight-hour day shift, and a Monday–Friday schedule; weekend work is required as needed. The pay range is $37.30 to $52.21 per hour, with compensation varying by geographic location and other factors. Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of vocational nursing, evidenced by an LVN/LPN license if applicable, before the start date.
For California-based jobs, hold a California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license before the start date; for Oregon-based jobs, hold an Oregon Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license before the start date.
Hold Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
Demonstrate knowledge of basic nursing skills, medical procedures, views, and equipment.
Interpret data and instructions presented in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Have a basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
Communicate sensitive information clearly and professionally in writing and verbally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
Demonstrate time-management and organizational skills, including prioritizing assignments and meeting deadlines within standardized procedures and scientific methods.
Have general knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Work independently and as part of a team, including managing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
Identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to meet departmental and corporate objectives.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care under the direct supervision of an RN or physician and within the legal scope of practice and established standards, policies, and procedures.
Use clinical skills and sound judgment to implement the patient's plan of care in a timely manner.
Build patient, family/support-group, and healthcare-provider confidence and cooperation through effective patient interaction.
Distribute supplies and perform equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed to support department functionality.
Follow applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety.
Travel as needed between Brownsville, Olivehurst, and Yuba City locations.