Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Part-Time 8-Hrs Per Week

CHILDRENS RECEIVING HOME-posted about 23 hours ago
Part-time • Entry Level
Onsite • Sacramento, CA
251-500 employees
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The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides direct, on-site supervision of clients ensuring their safety during Medical Clearance Exams, prepares the examination room prior to exams, prepares the patient for the exam, including a full set of vital signs and assisting with other noted nursing assessment needs. Assists Doctor or Nurse Practitioner during the medical exams, noting follow up care, communicating with the social worker and child’s caregiver, as necessary regarding the child’s identified needs. Communicates with the Program Director on supply needs; including but not limited to medications, exam room supplies and forms. Follows all Policies and Procedures; Title 22 guidelines and Department of Social Services Licensing Regulations. Assist in the development and implementation of client plans by performing the following duties.

  • Provides direct supervision of clients while being examined by Doctor, Nurse Practitioner or Medical Technicians.
  • Assists Medical Technicians in the coordination of daily schedule of all appointments, including communicating the follow-up care noted (i.e. labs, x-rays, medications) to the Childs Caregiver and/or social worker.
  • Ensures cleanliness of exam rooms, prepares exam room prior to placing each patient in room utilizing infection control prevention.
  • Assists Nurse Practitioner or Doctor during the medical exam.
  • Assist with taking and recording client’s Vital Signs, providing basic nursing assessment as guided by the Nurse Practitioner or Doctor.
  • Work in conjunction with the Nurse Practitioner or Doctor to ensure timely and efficient turnover of exam rooms when applicable.
  • Stock and monitor supplies and equipment on appropriate tracking forms communicating with the Program Director at CRH.
  • Fax and/or photocopy pertinent information for Public Health Nurses to provide follow up care in the patient’s home.
  • Follow up with dispensing medication for patient as noted by Nurse Practitioner or Doctor.
  • Apply knowledge of Licensing regulations, Title 22 and CRH Policies and Procedures.
  • Apply knowledge of OSHA regulations and infection prevention.
  • Apply HIPPA knowledge in daily routine.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
  • Supervises and supports medical services staff.
  • Oversees and participates in the interviewing and hiring process, ensuring compliance with all agency and regulatory policies, practices and laws.
  • Responsible for the collection, review, approval and submission of direct reports’ timesheets. Ensure Supervisors adhere to agency timeframes, policies and procedures with regard to timesheets.
  • Assists staff with identification of individual skill or knowledge deficits and facilitate availability of learning opportunities and develop and administer a plan for development.
  • Oversees staff, providing the necessary and appropriate counseling or disciplinary action in accordance with agency policies, consulting with the Human Resources Manager when major disciplinary action is needed.
  • Adheres to policies, procedures and regulations of the Children’s Receiving Home.
  • Ensures orientation and training for new staff and subsequently ensure staff are enrolled in and/or have completed required training.
  • Ensures completion and routing of all required original personnel and training forms and records to the Human Resources and Training Departments, respectively.
  • Conducts timely performance evaluations for direct reports as well as monitoring timeliness of all performance evaluations.
  • Participates in Agency-wide quality management efforts and planning.
  • Creates and maintains a focus on outcomes for assigned program.
  • A current and valid California License in Vocational Nursing that is in good standing with the Board of Nursing is required.
  • Minimum of two years’ experience working with children under the age of 5.
  • Experience working in a clinic, hospital, or physician’s office.
  • Must possess a valid California Driver’s License.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Must pass First Aid certification course before start of employment. Certification can be completed through the Children’s Receiving Home.
  • Must pass CPR within the first six weeks of employment
  • Must pass Bloodborne Pathogens and Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification courses offered through the Children’s Receiving Home within the first three months of employment.
  • Must maintain TCI, CPR, First Aid and BBP Certification throughout employment.
  • Must complete online Mandated Reporter Training within first week of employment.
  • Ability to read, speak, understand, analyze and interpret documents such as client safety/treatment plans, assessment materials and procedure manuals in the English language.
  • Ability to write professional/clinical reports and correspondence.
  • Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
  • Must be able to function independently yet be able to seek guidance when necessary.
  • Knowledge of standard and acceptable principles and practice of mental health and child protection services, as well as treatment and the multi-disciplinary approach to treatment.
  • Ability to relate to children and families in a positive manner.
  • Ability to establish and maintain appropriate boundaries with children and families.
  • Skills to accurately assess clients’ needs.
  • Knowledge of child/adolescent development and behavior.
  • Knowledge of child abuse issues and substance abuse issues.
  • Knowledge of team, family and group dynamics.
  • Knowledge of legal and regulatory issues related to the operation and delivery of support services to clients and families with particular emphasis on child protection services.
  • Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques.
  • Skill to maintain a professional, confident work environment.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks in an efficient manner.
  • Excellent problem solving skills.
  • Excellent writing, communication, organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to work in a team approach with diverse sectors of the community, including but not limited to, government officials, residents, children, parents, school personnel and community based providers.
  • Knowledge of and ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and web browsers effectively.
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