Licensed Vocational Nurse - Home Care - PACEX

On Lok • San Jose, CA

21d • Onsite

About The Position

On Lok PACE We are a non-profit committed to our participants. Dedicated to The Care of Elders: PACE ( P rogram of A ll-Inclusive C are for the E lderly) was developed to answer the many problems around caring for frail seniors. The PACE model is centered on the belief that it is better for the well-being of seniors with chronic care needs and their families to be served in their community whenever possible. Seniors, their family members, and caregivers face many issues, including transportation to appointments, management of medications, coordination of medical care from different specialists, lack of social interaction, and ability to stay alone at home. On Lok PACE participants receive in home care services and transportation to a On Lok PACE center for primary medical care, social and recreational activities, and other senior care services. We understand the importance of a system that works together. Your expertise, drive and passion can help us carry out our mission to improve lives and advance healthcare. Join our team of leaders to begin a rewarding career! POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction and supervision of the RN Supervisor, the Licensed Vocational Nurse provides direct nursing services to On Lok participants. This includes direct clinical care, family/caregiver education, oversight of On Lok Caregivers, and working collaboratively with an Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) to provide holistic care for our participants.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited LVN program.
• Possess a current California LVN license.
• Interest, demonstrated ability and one-year experience working with the elderly or frail population required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills
• Familiarity with the use of Electronic Health Records(EHR)

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care to all participants in a home setting including but not limited to administering and monitoring medications, checking vital signs and basic wound care.
• Observes participant changes in conditions and communicates changes to HC RN and/or Interdisciplinary (IDT) Team.
• Supervise, train and monitor On Lok Caregivers to ensure home care treatment plan is appropriately being followed.
• Teach participants and family members how to provide for participant needs at home.
• Provides education, training and mentoring to staff within the home care department as well as new hire staff.
• Acts as a mandated reporter as defined by On Lok's policies and guidelines and those requirements as defined by CA Board of Registered Nurses.
• Practices nursing care in accordance to HIPAA standards and On Lok policies and procedures.
• Adheres to infection control guidelines as stated by On Lok's policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Adheres to safety policies and guidelines of On Lok.
• Actively participates in improving quality metrics for the assigned center and meeting organizational goals.
• Actively participates in process improvement initiatives supporting On Lok's mission and goals.
• Adheres to standards, policies and procedures of On Lok.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Retirement Savings Plan 403(b) and Term Life/AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Checks, MLA scholarships, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance and additional discounts
• Holidays (10 per year), vacation time, sick leave, and long-term disability insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees