Licensed Vocational Nurse
About The Position
If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day. Job Overview The LVN provides direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Physician. The LVN tasks include, but are not limited to, vital signs, data gathering, medication administration, and rendering patient care/treatments.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited LVN school.
- Current LVN license issued by the State of California, Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.
- A minimum of 1 year of experience as an LVN is preferred.
- A minimum of 1 year of experience working with a frail or elderly population is preferred.
- Experience and knowledge regarding the physical, mental, and social needs of geriatric patients are preferred.
- A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.
- Bilingual Spanish, Mandarin, and Cantonese highly preferred.
- LVN FLOAT POSITION: Current and valid driver's license and active insurance verification
Nice To Haves
- A minimum of 1 year of experience as an LVN is preferred.
- A minimum of 1 year of experience working with a frail or elderly population is preferred.
- Experience and knowledge regarding the physical, mental, and social needs of geriatric patients are preferred.
- Bilingual Spanish, Mandarin, and Cantonese highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- vital signs
- data gathering
- medication administration
- rendering patient care/treatments
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
- 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Flexible Spending
- Career Advancement & Development opportunities
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Paid CME Days
- Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Corporate Employee Discounts
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Pet Care Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
