Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVN Needed!
Cambrian Homecare•Los Angeles, CA
About The Position
Provide one-on-one skilled care to children of all ages who have developmental disabilities. The role also provides one-to-one respite care for families of a child or adult with developmental disabilities. Care may include feeding-tube care and feeding, medication administration, vital-sign checks, blood-sugar monitoring and insulin injections, seizure management, and—in rare cases—tracheostomy care. The nurse documents each visit, supports clients and family members, and monitors and reports changes in client care or behavior. Pay is $35.00 per hour.
Requirements
- Active California LVN license.
- CPR certification.
- Physical examination within the last six months and a current TB test.
- Valid CPR card and First Aid certification within 30 days of hire.
- At least one year of experience.
- Clear criminal background.
Responsibilities
- Provide one-to-one respite care for families of a child or adult with developmental disabilities.
- Provide gastronomy tube (G-tube) care and feeding.
- Take vital signs and administer medication.
- Provide tracheostomy care when needed; the posting notes this is very rare.
- Check blood sugar and administer insulin injections.
- Manage seizures, including administering medication if ordered and ensuring client safety.
- Document each visit in nursing notes.
- Support clients and their family members.
- Monitor and report changes in client care or behavior.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling.
- Weekly pay.
- Opportunities for growth.
- Employee recognition.
- 24/7 supportive office team.
- Sick pay.
- Referral bonus.
- COVID-19 training and PPE provided.
- Discounts on restaurants, amusement parks, movie tickets, and more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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