Licensed Vocational Nurse

Vivo HealthStaff • San Francisco, CA

2d

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction and supervision of the Home Care Manager, the Licensed Vocational Nurse provides direct nursing services to participants. DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: Clinical Practice-Provides skilled nursing care to all participants, including but not limited to administration and monitoring medications, checking vital signs and monitoring participant’s changes. Supervision and Training-Supervises, trains and monitors geriatric aides. Teaches participants and family members regarding participant needs at home. Interdisciplinary Teamwork and Communication-Communicates effectively with all team members, participants and families. Participates in interdisciplinary team planning and problem solving.

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 a multidisciplinary team.
• Bilingual ability may be required for specific assignments.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled nursing care to all participants, including but not limited to administration and monitoring medications, checking vital signs and monitoring participant’s changes.
• Supervises, trains and monitors geriatric aides.
• Teaches participants and family members regarding participant needs at home.
• Communicates effectively with all team members, participants and families.
• Participates in interdisciplinary team planning and problem solving.

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

• Education Level: No Education Listed