Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Exceptional Childrens Foundation•Reseda, CA

15d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, the Licensed Vocational Nurse provides care and supervision to residents in an Intermediate Care Facility/Developmental Disabled Nursing (ICF/DDN) residential facility. The LVN implements written nursing plans within residents’ Individual Service Plans, consistent with diagnostic, therapeutic, and medication regimens outlined by the Nurse Manager. The position also supports health services and assessments, monitors and documents residents’ conditions, serves as shift leader, and participates in staff training and interdisciplinary care planning. This role is based at Valverde Residential, 7600 Vanalden St., Reseda, California. The facility operates 24 hours a day, and work schedules vary with residents’ needs. This position is weekends only, Friday through Sunday, generally 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.; the earliest shift start may be 3 p.m. for a four-hour shift. The role is non-exempt, has no supervisory responsibility, and pays $32–$35 per hour. The work takes place in a residential facility serving adults with developmental and physical disabilities. Employees may encounter residents in crisis or displaying distress or aggressive behavior, frequent interruptions, loud noise, varying indoor temperatures and drafts, changing weather while driving, and possible exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Driving residents to medical appointments is required as needed.

Requirements

Registered in California as a Licensed Vocational Nurse.
Two years of experience working as a registered Licensed Vocational Nurse for a Long-Term Care Facility.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work on multiple assignments with competing deadlines.
Ability to perform nursing services needed by residents in an ICF/DDN setting.
Ability to follow strict guidelines for sterilization of medical instruments.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions sufficient to establish a safe work environment.
Ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
Computer literacy and proficiency with MS Office applications, including Word and Outlook.
Valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, evidence of state-mandated car insurance, and an insurable driving record; driving is an essential function.
Maintain a clean driving record and operate vehicles safely and responsibly when driving for company business.
Provide evidence of a negative TB test initially and annually thereafter.
Pass a pre-employment physical and an annual physical thereafter.
Obtain and maintain NCI, First Aid, and CPR certification within 30 days of employment.
Mobility to work in a standard office setting, use standard office equipment including a computer, and attend meetings at various sites.
Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 10 pounds.
Ability to read printed materials and a computer screen, and communicate in person and over the telephone.

Responsibilities

Provide care and supervision to residents in the ICF/DDN facility under the Nurse Manager’s supervision.
Implement written plans in residents’ Individual Service Plans and provide nursing services consistent with the diagnostic, therapeutic, and medication regimens outlined by the Nurse Manager.
Assist with residents’ health services and assessments as needed and directed by the Nurse Manager.
Notify the Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) and Nurse Manager of marked or sudden changes in residents’ signs, symptoms, or behavior, and report medication errors.
Document resident contacts and observations in charts weekly or more frequently as needed.
Act as shift leader, ensure duties are performed, address performance issues as necessary, and notify the Nurse Manager using the staff log.
Observe and document residential assistants’ proficiency in handling, administering, and recording medications, and report observations to the Nurse Manager and House Manager.
Participate as needed in interdisciplinary team activities, including preadmissions, resident evaluations, placement, periodic reevaluations of nursing services, and discharge planning as directed by the Nurse Manager.
Participate in the Attendant Training Plan and assist with the medication training program for residential assistants, covering areas outlined in Title 22.
Use ECF vehicles to transport residents to medical appointments as needed.
Comply with ECF’s Injury and Illness Prevention Program, policies and procedures, and mandated reporting requirements.
Ensure safe use and operation of tools and equipment and follow bloodborne-pathogen controls, including appropriate sharps handling and disposal and proper use of personal protective equipment.
Maintain regular, reliable attendance and perform other duties as assigned.