LVN

Grand Terrace

Come join our team and start making a difference!

Job Title: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Schedule: 2pm-10pm (Shift 2)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position.

However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform.

The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.



* Confer with the Medical Director and the attending physician regarding specific residents assigned to you.


* Consult with the physician concerning resident evaluation and assist the Director of Nursing Services in planning and developing the nursing services to be performed for the resident.


* Initiate requests for consultation or referral.

Respond to requests from the resident, physician, or nursing staff.


* Examine the resident and his/her records and charts to distinguish between normal and abnormal findings in order to recognize early stages of serious physical, emotional or mental problems.


* Determine when to refer the resident to a physician for evaluation, supervision, or directions.


* Perform administrative duties regarding assigned residents, such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc.


* Implement and maintain established policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety and environmental and infection control.

Interpret these to the physician, resident, family members, and public, as appropriate.


* Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the attending physician, Medical Director, or the Administrator concerning the status and care of the assigned resident.


* Participate in the planning and evaluation of the written policies and procedure that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department.


* Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies.


* Resolves complaints and grievances made by nursing department personnel.


* Ensures that nursing department employment actions are administered fairly and in compliance with the facility's Policy Against Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation.

Qualifications:


* LVN License is required.


* Prior experience preferred but new grads are welcomed!

Are you looking for a career that will make a difference in your lives and others? Come join our amazing team where you can help express your love, compassion, energy and creative skills for our patients!

We are committed to providing an excellent clinical experience for our patients and an amazing work environment for our employees.

Join a team that works together to ensure our patients receive the best care possible.

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