Licensed Vocational Nurse: Interim Housing

CARDEA HEALTH•Fremont, CA

1d•$45 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

Cardea Health is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing compassionate health care to marginalized populations. Our mission is to create and support programs that protect the health and autonomy of vulnerable individuals and promote equity and social justice to improve the well-being of our entire community. We provide medical support to populations that experience homelessness. At Cardea, we are dedicated to creating a workplace that celebrates diversity and actively seeks to include underrepresented communities. We believe that diversity drives innovation and fosters a more dynamic, inclusive, and productive work environment. We actively encourage individuals from underrepresented backgrounds to apply for our open positions. We value your unique perspectives, experiences, and talents, and we are committed to providing equitable opportunities for growth and advancement. Join us in building a team that reflects the rich diversity of our society and let's make a positive impact together. Primary Work Location: Natalie’s Place is one of several Cardea Health transitional housing programs for medically complex and behaviorally vulnerable unhoused individuals, located in Fremont. Cardea Health’s transitional housing programs collaborate with a wide range of referring partners across Alameda County to support individuals with complex health and social needs. Natalie’s Place provides comprehensive supportive services, including onsite nursing and caregiving support, transportation to medical appointments, nutritious meals, housing navigation and placement assistance, and additional wraparound services designed to promote stability, recovery, and long-term housing success. Job Summary: Cardea Health seeks a highly motivated Licensed Vocational Nurse with a special interest in working with people experiencing homelessness to work as a Respite LVN. The Respite LVN will be the primary point of clinical care at Natalie’s Place located in Fremont, CA. The ideal candidate will be invested in Cardea Health’s mission of serving marginalized populations with compassion and empathy. Cardea clinical staff need to be flexible, patient, and willing to work in challenging environments with a diverse population. Experience with homeless or incarcerated populations is highly desirable.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited vocational nursing program
Hold current license as Licensed Vocational Nurse through the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians
Current Basic Life Support Certification

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience as a LVN
Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision
Detailed oriented and highly organized
Prior experience with homeless or incarcerated populations is desired
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel

Responsibilities

Provide quality care in accordance with Cardea Health policies, procedures, and standards.
Ensure that all clients are treated with dignity and respect.
Execute care plans for admitted clients in collaboration with primary and specialty care teams, medical directors, and client
Provide clients with appropriate information and education to make informed choices related to medical care and treatment that reflects individual preferences
Maintain communication among clinical team across shifts
Communicate effectively to partner hospitals, community health clinics, homeless service providers, and other collaborating agencies
Communicate with referring partners regarding program referrals
Work with team members to develop creative solutions to meet the needs of individual clients
Participate in the collection and maintenance of data on program operations for reporting and analytical purposes
Ensure adherence to infection control standards on site among staff and residents
Participate in population health interventions among clients that contribute to safety and health including measures designed to stop the spread of Covid-19
Ensure that clinical documentation is current, timely, and accurate
Maintain confidentially in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Recognize and respond to medical emergencies, follow up with MD communication or 911 activation
Practice harm reduction principles, including interventions that minimize harmful effects of substance use while treating all residents with dignity and respect
Other duties and responsibilities as required