Licensed Vocational Nurse

AltaMed • Pico Rivera, CA

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About The Position

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Physician. Duties include taking vital signs, performing phlebotomy, gathering patient data, administering medications, and verifying medications for Medical Assistants within the LVN’s scope of practice.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited LVN school.
• Hold a current LVN license issued by the State of California, Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.
• Hold a valid BLS certification or higher, following American Heart Association or American Red Cross guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• One year of patient-care experience in an outpatient or inpatient setting, Skilled Nursing, Home Health, or a clinic.
• IV certification.
• Wound-care experience.
• Experience and knowledge regarding patients’ physical, mental, and social needs.
• Bilingual ability in English and Spanish, Mandarin, or Cantonese, depending on location.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Physician.
• Take and record vital signs.
• Perform phlebotomy.
• Gather patient data.
• Administer medications.
• Verify medications for Medical Assistants within the LVN’s scope of practice.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Flexible Spending
• Career advancement and development opportunities
• Paid time off and holidays
• Paid CME days
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Corporate employee discounts
• Employee referral bonus program
• Pet care insurance
• May qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed