LVN - FT - H

PACS•San Diego, CA

3d•$36 - $50

About The Position

The LVN provides direct nursing care to residents and supervises the day-to-day activities of nursing assistants. The position follows applicable federal, state, and local requirements and facility policies to maintain high-quality care. The LVN is delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary to carry out assigned duties. Responsibilities span nursing administration, documentation, medication administration, staff supervision and development, resident care, safety and infection control, equipment and supply management, care planning, and quality assurance. The LVN coordinates with physicians, nursing and support staff, residents, families, and government agencies; maintains accurate resident records; and supports admissions, transfers, discharges, and emergency procedures. The role requires a nursing degree from an accredited college or university or graduation from an approved LPN/LVN program, a current unencumbered state LPN/LVN license, and current CPR certification. Applicants must be able to communicate in English, exercise sound judgment, work effectively with residents and staff, and meet the stated physical and health requirements. PCC experience is preferred. The work takes place in office areas and throughout nursing service areas, including drug rooms, nurses’ stations, and resident rooms. It involves frequent interruptions, interaction with residents and visitors in varied circumstances, exposure to infectious materials and potentially hazardous chemicals, and possible work beyond normal hours or callback during emergencies. The position requires intermittent movement and the ability to lift, carry, push, or pull at least 25 pounds as specified.

Requirements

Nursing degree from an accredited college or university, or graduation from an approved LPN/LVN program.
Current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN/LVN in the state.
Current CPR certification.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English and communicate information about residents’ conditions.
Knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, and of laws, regulations, and guidelines applicable to nursing care facilities.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant and to plan, organize, implement, and interpret care-related programs and procedures.
Leadership and supervisory ability, and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
Ability to work tactfully and effectively with residents, families, staff, visitors, agencies, and the public, including people who may be ill, upset, or hostile.
Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Must maintain required continuing education and licensing and remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing.
Must meet facility general health requirements, including medical and physical examination.
Must be able to move intermittently, cope with mental and emotional stress, and push, pull, move, or carry at least 25 pounds as specified.
Must be able to see and hear adequately, or use prosthetics enabling those senses to function adequately.
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience with PCC.

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care to residents and supervise nursing assistants’ day-to-day activities.
Direct shift functions, assign and review work, provide leadership, and report staffing needs and personnel issues to the Nurse Supervisor.
Help ensure personnel follow facility policies, procedures, job descriptions, and applicable nursing standards and regulations.
Contribute to quality assurance, facility inspections, discharge planning, and nursing-service procedures and policies.
Admit, transfer, and discharge residents; coordinate resident care and services with other departments, physicians, residents, and families.
Complete and maintain resident records, charts, reports, orders, and other required documentation.
Prepare and administer prescribed medications and treatments; monitor medication supplies and records and report discrepancies.
Monitor residents’ conditions, carry out nursing and rehabilitative care, and ensure care is delivered according to care plans and residents’ wishes.
Support staff orientation, in-service training, clinical supervision, and continuing education.
Promote safe and sanitary work areas and practices, including infection control, hand hygiene, use of protective equipment, and emergency preparedness.
Recommend and monitor unit equipment and supply needs; ensure safe equipment use and adequate stock levels.
Review resident care plans and notes, communicate needed revisions, and assist with MDS and related assessment and care-planning work.
Report suspected fraud, safety concerns, incidents, and unauthorized access or disclosure of facility or resident information as required.