Saratoga Retirement Community - Licensed Vocational Nurse

Transforming Age•Saratoga, CA

4d•$39 - $47•Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Upscale Retirement Community in Saratoga! Become a valued part of our vibrant, 5-star, 94-bed Skilled Nursing Facility at Saratoga Retirement Community. We are currently seeking dedicated and compassionate team members to join our supportive and dynamic community! At Saratoga Retirement Community, we prioritize the well-being of both our residents and staff. We foster a culture of compassion, professional growth, and mutual respect—because when you thrive, so do those in your care! We have a fantastic opportunity for an Licensed Vocational Nurse to join our team! You will provideperson-centered, individualized, and clinically competent care with support from the management team to all residents, temporary and permanent, assuring that services are appropriate to meet residents’ needs in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role pays 38.50-46.93 an hour DOE

Requirements

Minimum of 1 year’s professional nursing experience, especially in long term care.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license from accredited nursing program, school or university.
Current CPR certification is required.
Demonstrated understanding of functions, organization, policy, regulations and procedures of a long-term care/skilled nursing facility.
Competent in use of electronic health records and other clinical software.

Responsibilities

Understand the importance of resident rights in healthcare as well as the community as a whole, and advocate for operations, processes, and decisions that are in residents’ best interests.
Delegate and assign appropriate tasks to team members.
Work closely with team members by ensuring accountability, communication, and effective work. This includes, but is not limited to follow through on Service Plans, skin checks, completion of care, prevention of falls, etc.
Provide medication and treatment administration for an assigned group of residents.
Manage medication administration by maintaining standards of practice, understanding universal precautions, setting up and passing medications, and observing residents for drug affects.
Identify, gather information and report changes in resident conditions. Document findings, notify physician and responsible party and create a resident-specific and person-centered Service Plan to address.
Receive, transcribe and review physician orders for accuracy including reconciliation of all medications, including controlled substances.
Write and develop all Service Plans so that it identifies resident needs, the approaches to these need and goals to be met.
Read and follow individualized care and Activities of Daily Living (ADL) plans and promote team focus on achieving/maintaining the resident’s highest level of functioning.
Support in the admission of new residents which includes, but is not limited to, assisting resident, identifying immediate needs, education to caregivers and insuring completion of the admission assessment and initial admission notes.
Promote resident independence to the greatest degree possible.
Enhance and maintain a physical, social, and psychological environment, which will be conducive to the best interest and welfare of the residents.
Review and maintain 24hr report and other pertinent nursing documentation. Identify areas requiring action and follow up as needed. At end of shift provide updated 24 hr report.
Attend and participate in continuing education programs and in-services.
Ensure proper documentation by entering resident information into electronic medical records in a timely and accurate manner.
Be constantly aware of safety and follow up on identified risks. Respond to emergency calls on campus per protocol. Initiate and complete incident reports for any accidents, medication errors, emergency situations, etc.
Assist team members with direct care as needed.
Supervise, assist and implement infection control measure and prevention to ensure compliance.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical Insurance: Choose from multiple plans for you and your dependents, effective the 1st of the month after hire, with premiums subsidized at 90% for employees.
Health Savings Account (HSA): When enrolled in a qualifying HDHP, we contribute half your deductible to help cover your medical expenses. Funds roll over and are yours to keep!
Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for eligible expenses and help lower your out-of-pocket costs
Dental & Vision Insurance: Bundled coverage and multiple options, with premiums subsidized at 90% for employees.
Life and AD&D Insurance: Company-provided coverage to help protect you and your loved ones.
Paid Time Off (PTO): Use it as you earn it—take time off when you want or choose PTO+ for extra pay. Paid Sick Leave also available.
403(b) with Employer Match 100% of the first 3% contribution, then 50% of the next 2% contribution after 1 year of employment.
Employee Deli: Convenient onsite dining with a variety of meal options
Scholarships: Funded by residents to support your education and professional growth.
Subsidized Parking or Public Transportation: We help with your commute costs!
Employee Referral Bonus Program: Invite your friends to join our team and score $$ when they’re hired
Resident Appreciation Bonus: An annual “thank you” from our residents recognizing your service and dedication.