Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Extended Care

Conifer Health Solutions • Joshua Tree, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Coordinates resident nursing care on the SNF/CDP Unit.

Requirements

• Current Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
• BLS Certification

Nice To Haves

• IV/Phlebotomy certification

Responsibilities

• Maintains current Professional License (LVN) and appropriate CPR Certification and provides facility with a copy of these documents in a timely manner to ensure practice is covered by active License and Certification at all times.
• Keeps up-to-date educationally in areas of Specialty.
• Completes initial and annual competencies and annual Health and Safety requirements timely.
• Orients new LVN’s as assigned.
• Assists in appropriately orienting registry and float staff as assigned by Charge RN.
• Is helpful, positive and supportive when working with registry and float staff.
• Knowledge of Residents Bill of Rights and Elder Abuse reporting regulations.
• Observes Residents Bill of Rights and reports incidents of elder abuse, if indicated.
• Carries out duties in a manner sensitive to and appropriate to age (primarily adults and older adults), culture, religion, gender, and sexual orientation of the residents.
• Control the environment to prevent hazards and cross infection by observing HDMHD policies and procedures.
• Attempts with guidance from the Charge RN, alternatives to physical and chemical restraints are attempted before requesting use of physical and chemical restraints.
• Is familiar with SDS information sources on the Unit.
• Communicates with Charge RN, other team leaders and CNA staff, residents, family members and visitors, to ensure a professional two-way flow of information regarding resident care and other issues.
• Assesses residents daily and on an as needed basis, and communicate concerns to the Charge RN using sound nursing judgment and decision making skills.
• Communicates regularly with the Clinical Director regarding resident care and other issues not resolved by discussion with the Charge RN.
• Helps ensure department operates in a financially sound manner by using supplies and resources appropriately.

Benefits

• Up to $10,000 Sign-On bonus based on experience

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED