Arcadia Licensed Vocational Nurse

Arcadia Homecare and Staffing•Palo Alto, CA

1d•$18 - $26

About The Position

Arcadia is hiring Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) in San Francisco, California, and surrounding areas. Come join Arcadia Home Care & Staffing , An industry leader offering premier home care and staffing services for over 35 years. Here are some of the benefits of working for Arcadia Home Care: Health, Dental & Vision Benefits are available! Ability to earn PTO. Weekly pay & direct deposit. Ongoing Education opportunities. 24-hour support staff. Competitive salaries, Flexible schedules & Career stability. GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse delivers patient care under the guidelines of the specific state Nurse Practice Act and as appropriate to provide services in accordance with Agency policies under the direction of the Registered Nurse.

Requirements

Minimum of six (6) months of recent work experience, preferably in-home care
Current licensure in your state of employment.
Satisfactory references
Satisfactory completion of Agency-LPN/LVN Qualifying Exam.
Proof of satisfactory completion of an approved pharmacology course (i.e., NAPNES) may be requested.
Current CPR certification
Must have Driver's license, current auto insurance, or access to reliable transportation.
Current TB, Physical, and Clean background check.

Responsibilities

Recognizes and reports symptoms that indicate changes in the condition of the patient to the Nursing Supervisor and/or Case Manager and/or physician as appropriate.
Provides nursing care and services that are in accordance with Agency patient care and general medical policies.
Assists the physician and/or Registered Nurse in the performance of specific procedures required by the patient and at an appropriate level for the LPN / LVN.
Observes, record, and report to the appropriate professional the symptoms, reactions, and changes.
Performs selected nursing procedures, including administration of medications and treatments prescribed by the physician; and b. Preparation and care of patients receiving specialized treatments administered by the physician or the professional nurse.
Assists with the rehabilitation of patients according to the medical care plan.
Promotes cooperative effort among personnel by understanding the functions of other persons involved in patient care and by active participation in team and staff conferences when appropriate.
Administers medications, IVs (when allowed by state regulation), and treatments, observing aseptic techniques adequately.