LVN-PACE Program

Loma Linda • Redlands, CA

7h • $28 - $37 • Hybrid

About The Position

The LVN-PACE Program (Program for All-inclusive Care for the Elderly) works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and provides developmentally appropriate and age-specific direct and indirect patient care for participants in the adult care program which serves adults 55 years of age or older with one or more chronic or post-acute medical, cognitive, or mental health conditions for whom a qualified healthcare provider has prescribed or requested services. Provides care in accordance with the established individualized plan of care for each participant based on diagnosis, orders, medical condition, psychosocial needs, physical condition, and other condition(s) pertinent to participant's specific situation. Additionally, this position will provide care in the place of the participant’s residence to evaluate home care needs, available support, and compliance with the developed Plan of Care. Seeks to improve or stabilize deterioration of the medical, cognitive and mental health condition. Focuses on participants' lives and monitoring healthcare conditions while providing needed healthcare. Utilizes medical knowledge and training to identify and determine observations and changes in conditions that are essential to be reported promptly to the RN and/or primary care physician. Facilitates cognitive stimulation and communicates with program participants in a friendly and congenial manner and treats them with dignity and respect. Performs designated duties in accordance with the LVN scope of practice and established policies, procedures, guidelines and techniques at both the LLUH PACE Center and in the place of the participant’s residence if needed. Applies knowledge base in the delivery of quality whole-person care and demonstrates behaviors which support excellence in customer service and satisfaction, patient safety and professionalism. Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and participant population served. Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Graduate of a school of vocational nursing.
• Minimum of six months of experience as an LVN required.
• Active California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and First Aid certification issued by the American Heart Association required.
• Demonstrates competencies in the fundamentals of patient care and knowledge of scope of practice for the licensed vocational nurse.
• Exhibits professional behavior at all times and works calmly and responds courteously when under pressure.
• Able to speak, read and write legibly in English.
• Able to use computer, printer and software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, electronic medical record, electronic event reporting program.
• Able to troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment.
• Able to perform basic patient care activities using proper body mechanics and safety precautions.
• Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively and professionally with others.
• Able to be assertive and consistent in following policies.
• Able to collaborate and accept direction.
• Able to think critically and use good judgement.
• Able to perform duties with minimal supervision.
• Able to perform basic math functions.
• Able to manage multiple assignments effectively.
• Able to organize and prioritize workload.
• Able to problem solve.
• Able to recall information with accuracy.
• Able to pay close attention to detail.
• Able to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care.
• Able to discern temperature variances through touch.
• Able to hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone.
• Able to identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place and patient care.
• Able to see adequately to read computer screens, medical records and written documents necessary to position.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum one year of clinical experience in area of specialty preferred.
• Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides developmentally appropriate and age-specific direct and indirect patient care for participants in the adult care program.
• Provides care in accordance with the established individualized plan of care for each participant.
• Provides care in the place of the participant’s residence to evaluate home care needs, available support, and compliance with the developed Plan of Care.
• Seeks to improve or stabilize deterioration of the medical, cognitive and mental health condition.
• Focuses on participants' lives and monitoring healthcare conditions while providing needed healthcare.
• Utilizes medical knowledge and training to identify and determine observations and changes in conditions that are essential to be reported promptly to the RN and/or primary care physician.
• Facilitates cognitive stimulation and communicates with program participants in a friendly and congenial manner and treats them with dignity and respect.
• Performs designated duties in accordance with the LVN scope of practice and established policies, procedures, guidelines and techniques at both the LLUH PACE Center and in the place of the participant’s residence if needed.
• Applies knowledge base in the delivery of quality whole-person care and demonstrates behaviors which support excellence in customer service and satisfaction, patient safety and professionalism.
• Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and participant population served.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Benefits

• Equal opportunities in all aspects of the employment process to every individual, regardless of gender, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
• Reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals requesting an accommodation due to a disability.
• Accommodation assistance with accessing job listings or completing an application, or during any other phase of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree