Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Jewish Family & Children's Services•San Francisco, CA

14d•$38 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

Oversee and direct care personnel on the shift, ensuring adherence to professional care standards and compliance with Title 22 regulations. Provide guidance and support to the care team and address challenging cases. At the direction of health services management, may make changes to the schedule and staff work assignments in case of absenteeism. Check-in with residents and care staff during shift to ensure that proper care is being given. Supervise the administration, monitoring, and recording of prescribed medications given to residents. Provide one-on-one support for medication administration if needed. Maintain regular communication with physicians and family members regarding changes in residents' physical health or needs, ensuring confidentiality. Following up on reported changes on medication conditions, making assessments, and reporting any changes in behavior or medical conditions to physicians. The Charge Nurse will also respond to emergency calls, assess residents' behavior, and contact 911 if necessary. Health assessment, Subcutaneous injections. Treat wounds and pressure injuries and other treatments and medications as needed within the scope of the LVN license.

Requirements

Current Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) certification or Registered Nurse (RN)
First Aid Certification
CPR certification
Must undergo a Physical exam and Tuberculosis Screening, resulting in a negative TB diagnosis prior to employment
Must obtain clearance or exemption approval from the Department of Social Services following FBI and DOJ livescan background check prior to employment

Nice To Haves

2 years of experience leading a team preferred
Experience in senior facilities desired

Responsibilities

Oversee and direct care personnel on the shift, ensuring adherence to professional care standards and compliance with Title 22 regulations.
Provide guidance and support to the care team and address challenging cases.
Make changes to the schedule and staff work assignments in case of absenteeism at the direction of health services management.
Check-in with residents and care staff during shift to ensure that proper care is being given.
Supervise the administration, monitoring, and recording of prescribed medications given to residents.
Provide one-on-one support for medication administration if needed.
Maintain regular communication with physicians and family members regarding changes in residents' physical health or needs, ensuring confidentiality.
Follow up on reported changes on medication conditions, making assessments, and reporting any changes in behavior or medical conditions to physicians.
Respond to emergency calls, assess residents' behavior, and contact 911 if necessary.
Perform health assessments, subcutaneous injections, treat wounds and pressure injuries, and administer other treatments and medications as needed within the scope of the LVN license.