LVIN II, Home Health

Sutter Health•Santa Rosa, NM

7d•$37 - $50

About The Position

Provides nursing care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse (RN) or physician, within the legal scope of practice and established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Applies education, technical competence, and patient-interaction skills to gain the confidence and cooperation of patients, their families or support groups, and other healthcare providers. Uses sound judgment and developed clinical skills to implement the patient’s plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Supports department operations by distributing supplies and maintaining, testing, and setting up equipment as needed. Follows applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety and support optimal patient care. The position may involve handling hazardous or potentially hazardous drugs in accordance with NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Vocational Nursing before the start date, or an LVN license evidencing program compliance.
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license before the start date.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
Blood draw certificate within 30 days.
Valid driver’s license; not required for AIM Population Health.
Automobile insurance; not required for AIM Population Health.
Knowledge of basic nursing skills, medical procedures, and medical equipment.
Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
Ability to interpret information and instructions presented in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
Time-management and organizational skills, including prioritizing assignments and meeting deadlines within standardized procedures.
General knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including managing multiple tasks amid interruptions.
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems using established options.
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care under the direct supervision of an RN or physician and within the legal scope of practice.
Implement patients’ plans of care based on their diagnoses in a timely manner.
Build patient and family cooperation through effective patient interaction.
Distribute supplies and perform equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed.
Comply with applicable regulations and procedures to protect patient privacy and safety.
Handle hazardous or potentially hazardous drugs in accordance with NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines, as required.