Front Porch
Carlsbad By The Sea Retirement Community is Hiring!
Licensed Vocational Nurse II (LVN II)
On-Call
Pay Range: $38.00 - $41.00
Summary
Under the direction of the Director of Nursing, the LVN 2 is responsible for meeting the needs of our residents and supervising CNAs / Nurses Aids to ensure quality resident care.
Detailed responsibilities
Licensed Vocational Nurse 2
Provides quality Customer Service efficiently to residents, families, co-workers and vendors in a manner to ensure satisfaction
Arrives to work on time, in proper clean uniform, good personal hygiene and with nametag visible
Coordinates and performs resident assessments and plan of care evaluations when appropriate
Coordinates and performs needed treatments, medications or other nursing interventions as indicated by the patient plan of care or as ordered by the physician
Ensures all needed emergency measures are followed as per facility policy and within standards of nursing practice
Maintains inventory of medical supplies and medications to meet patient/resident needs
Ensures that all patient/resident rights are protected
Maintains all documentation as required by Federal and State regulations and Company policy
Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner, uses equipment correctly and safely in performing patient/resident care, follows department safety protocols at all times, wears safety equipment as required for the job, reports any safety hazards and/or accidents to supervisor
Follows highest standards of cleanliness
Follows all federal, state and corporate policies, health codes and guidelines in preparation and handling of foodstuffs
Attends all mandatory in-service meetings, complies with all department and facilities policies and procedures
Greets residents, personnel, vendors and families as they enter the Clinic
Answers incoming calls to the Clinic and responds to the emergency call system
Schedules in-house doctor's appointments; lab work (including forms); and transportation requests
Coordinates and performs needed treatments, medications or other nursing interventions as needed
Ordering and inventory concerning resident's prescription requests; treatment room supplies; and office supplies
Charts and maintains and custodian of medical records
Monitors fire alarms and dispatch 911
Performs variety of clerical duties necessary to keep area organized and running in an efficient manner
Front Porch is committed to the prevention of accidents by providing equipment with safeguards, personal safety equipment on jobs which require it, and adequate safety instructions to all employees
All employees are required to follow safe work habits in order to prevent injuries to themselves, residents, visitors or other employees
Credentials
Licensed Vocational Nurse - California
First Aid Certificate
Education with Equivalent Qualifications
2-year College or technical school
Experience with Equivalent Qualifications
1 Year RN/LVN experience providing direct care
1 Year long term care, geriatric and/or rehabilitative nurse
Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws. Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and Department of Justice Criminal background clearance.
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Detailed responsibilities
Licensed Vocational Nurse 2
Provides quality Customer Service efficiently to residents, families, co-workers and vendors in a manner to ensure satisfaction
Arrives to work on time, in proper clean uniform, good personal hygiene and with nametag visible
Coordinates and performs resident assessments and plan of care evaluations when appropriate
Coordinates and performs needed treatments, medications or other nursing interventions as indicated by the patient plan of care or as ordered by the physician
Ensures all needed emergency measures are followed as per facility policy and within standards of nursing practice
Maintains inventory of medical supplies and medications to meet patient/resident needs
Ensures that all patient/resident rights are protected
Maintains all documentation as required by Federal and State regulations and Company policy
Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner, uses equipment correctly and safely in performing patient/resident care, follows department safety protocols at all times, wears safety equipment as required for the job, reports any safety hazards and/or accidents to supervisor
Follows highest standards of cleanliness
Follows all federal, state and corporate policies, health codes and guidelines in preparation and handling of foodstuffs
Attends all mandatory in-service meetings, complies with all department and facilities policies and procedures
Greets residents, personnel, vendors and families as they enter the Clinic
Answers incoming calls to the Clinic and responds to the emergency call system
Schedules in-house doctor's appointments; lab work (including forms); and transportation requests
Coordinates and performs needed treatments, medications or other nursing interventions as needed
Ordering and inventory concerning resident's prescription requests; treatment room supplies; and office supplies
Charts and maintains and custodian of medical records
Monitors fire alarms and dispatch 911
Performs variety of clerical duties necessary to keep area organized and running in an efficient manner
Front Porch is committed to the prevention of accidents by providing equipment with safeguards, personal safety equipment on jobs which require it, and adequate safety instructions to all employees
All employees are required to follow safe work habits in order to prevent injuries to themselves, residents, visitors or other employees
Credentials
Licensed Vocational Nurse - California
First Aid Certificate
Education with Equivalent Qualifications
2-year College or technical school
Experience with Equivalent Qualifications
1 Year RN/LVN experience providing direct care
1 Year long term care, geriatric and/or rehabilitative nurse
Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws. Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and Department of Justice Criminal background clearance.
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