LVN - Central Bakersfield CHC

Clinica Sierra Vista•Bakersfield, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Clinica Sierra Vista is one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Centers in the Nation, serving diverse communities including those in the fields, inner city, rural and isolated areas, individuals of low, moderate, and fixed incomes, and families from various cultural backgrounds. The organization is committed to treating all patients with respect, regardless of immigration status. As the team grows, they are looking for individuals who prioritize the patient. The LVN-CHC role involves performing patient care, technical, and supportive services under general supervision in a clinical setting, supporting the organization's philosophy, protocols, policies, and procedures.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited School of Vocational Nursing.
Current California Vocational Nurse license required.
Current Basic Life Support card issued through the American Heart Association required.
Must adhere to Clinica Sierra Vista’s employee health/immunization requirements or provide a valid exemption request for subsequent approval.

Nice To Haves

Current I.V. certification preferred.
Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform patient care functions as prescribed by provider following established protocols, policies, and procedures within their scope of education, training and responsibilities.
Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams.
Assess and monitor patients’ conditions and notify provider for disposition.
Prepare and administer medications as directed by provider order or standing orders, following established protocols.
If State certified, initiate and maintain Intravenous solutions as prescribed by provider, following established protocols.
Maintain equipment and supplies.
Identify and arrange for equipment needing repair.
Apply principles of aseptic technique and infection control.
Monitor patient flow and assign/direct other personnel as needed.
Provide medical information and education to patients, following established protocols and policies.
Document pertinent patient information, assessment and nursing procedures, following established protocols.
Maintain patient confidentiality.
On a temporary basis, may be required to work at any satellite facility.
Perform other duties as directed.