Pediatrics LVN

CommonSpirit Health • Woodland, CA

4d

About The Position

As a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), you will provide direct patient care as part of the healthcare team. You will assess patient conditions, administer medications, perform prescribed treatments, and document care. In collaboration with registered nurses, physicians, and other healthcare team members, you will help implement individualized care plans and support a high-quality patient experience. The role requires clinical skill, a commitment to patient safety, effective communication, compassion, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment. This is an SEIU-UHW represented role.

Dignity Health Medical Foundation is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation established in 1993. It works with physicians and providers throughout California to provide comprehensive healthcare services and invests in care centers, technology, physicians, and medical facilities. The organization describes its mission as serving communities across California and creating work settings that support quality care and staff development.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Satisfactory completion of a formal Licensed Vocational Nurse program, or equivalent military training, subject to the stated determination by Dignity Health Medical Foundation HR in conjunction with the State Division of Allied Health Professions.
• Current and valid California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS-CPR) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Ability to read, speak, and write English to perform the duties of the position.
• Ability to work as a team member to meet team goals and objectives.
• Ability to work effectively under multiple demands and adjust priorities as circumstances require to meet nursing and staffing needs.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy and precision in nursing procedures.
• Treat coworkers, physicians, patients and families, visitors, and the public with dignity and respect.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with hospital staff.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule and additional hours if needed.

Responsibilities

• Observe patients’ physical, psychosocial, and cultural needs, considering diagnosis, age, care setting, desire for care, and response to the care plan.
• Assist the RN with planning and collaborate with other members of the healthcare team.
• Deliver competent care according to patient needs, the plan of care, and the care setting.
• Observe patients’ responses to care.
• Provide interactive patient and family education.
• Communicate effectively with all members of the healthcare team.
• Assess patient conditions, administer medications, perform prescribed treatments, and document care.
• Work a flexible schedule and additional hours if needed to provide quality patient care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED