Lvn Jobs in Fresno, CA

About The Position

Requirements

• Current and active California LVN license in good standing.
• Current CPR/BLS certification as required.
• Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills.
• Knowledge of medication reconciliation and physician orders.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple admissions and priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to providing excellent resident care.

Nice To Haves

• Previous skilled nursing, long-term care, post-acute, or rehabilitation experience preferred.
• Previous admissions or charge nurse experience is a plus.
• Experience with electronic health records preferred.
• PointClickCare experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Complete nursing assessments for newly admitted residents.
• Review hospital records, discharge summaries, medication lists, physician orders, and other clinical documentation prior to and upon admission.
• Verify that admission orders are complete and accurately entered into the resident's medical record.
• Complete medication reconciliation and communicate discrepancies or concerns to the appropriate physician or nursing supervisor.
• Ensure residents are appropriately assessed upon arrival and that immediate clinical needs are addressed.
• Coordinate with the Admissions Department and nursing leadership regarding anticipated admissions.
• Communicate with hospitals, physicians, pharmacies, families, and other healthcare providers as necessary.
• Welcome residents and families and provide education regarding the admission process and facility services.
• Ensure required admission documentation is completed accurately and within required timeframes.
• Initiate resident care plans and appropriate clinical documentation.
• Identify resident risks, including falls, skin concerns, nutritional needs, pain, behaviors, and other clinical issues.
• Notify the Director of Nursing or appropriate supervisor of significant findings or changes in condition.
• Coordinate with dietary, therapy, social services, MDS, and other departments regarding new resident needs.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record.
• Follow infection prevention, safety, HIPAA, and facility policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility information.
• Provide professional and compassionate communication with residents and their families.
• Assist the nursing team with resident care needs as appropriate.
• Perform additional nursing and admissions-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid time off for eligible employees
• 401(k) for eligible employees
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Employee rewards and recognition
• Supportive nursing leadership
• Collaborative interdisciplinary team environment