Tryfacta is hiring
LVN's to work in Santee, CA.
Job Description
Under supervision of a Registered Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN's) provide nursing care for patients in a skilled nursing facility, and to perform related work.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
The examples of essential functions listed in this class specification are representative but not necessarily exhaustive or descriptive of any one position in the class. Management is not precluded from assigning other related functions not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment for the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case by case basis.
Essential Functions:
Administers oral, intramuscular, and subcutaneous medications. Provides treatments including dressings, catheterization, irrigations, and enemas. Observes patients' symptoms, behavior, and progress, and keeps clinical records. Assists physicians and registered nurses as directed. Takes temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure. May perform venipuncture if certified. Assists in preparing and implementing individual patient care plans which may involve transcribing and carrying out doctors' orders. Participates in team conferences regarding patient care and medical updates. Assists charge nurse in laboratory procedures. Assists in patient education and rehabilitation. Maintains cleanliness of patient-care areas. Lifts and assists with lifting patients. Maintains appropriate supply of medical items. May assist patients in the discharge process. In a mental health setting, the LVN may be involved in one-on-one and group counseling. Prepares the Medical Administration Records (MAR) appropriately and completely, following procedure. Refers patients to social welfare agencies. May occasionally supervise nurse assistants and mental health aides. Participates in community education programs. May apply constraints to contain patients. May drive a vehicle to take a patient to an appointment. May be responsible for follow-up of patient referrals and treatment recommendations. May be responsible for transporting clinic supplies to designated community clinics. Performs administrative assignments such as filing, answering phones, typing and maintaining statistical logs for the unit.
Essential Functions:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
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Principles, methods, and procedures of modern nursing care Techniques of administering medications and treatments Common medical terminology, hospital procedures, and equipment Psychological, emotional, social, spiritual, and recreational needs of the patient Business office procedures Telephone, office, and online etiquette Current technology and trends in the profession County Customer service objectives and strategies
Skills and Abilities to:
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Employ standard and specialized hospital techniques, procedures and routines Attend to the personal hygiene needs of patients Perform emergency first aid Follow oral and written directions and complete records Maintain patient confidentiality Communicate effectively with a variety of individuals representing diverse cultures and backgrounds and function calmly in challenging situations, which require a high degree of sensitivity, tact and diplomacy Treat County employees, representatives of outside agencies and members of the public with courtesy and respect Assess the patient's or customer's immediate needs and ensure receipt of needed services through personal service or making appropriate referral Provide prompt, efficient and responsive service Exercise appropriate judgment in answering questions and releasing information; analyze and project consequences of decisions and/or recommendations Communicate effectively orally and in writing
Establish effective working relationships with management, employees, employee representatives and the public representing diverse cultures and backgrounds Provides responsive, high quality service to County employees, representatives of outside agencies and members of the public by providing accurate, complete and up-to-date information, in a courteous, efficient and timely manner
Desirable Traits
Communicate Effectively, Knowledge Worker, Customer Focused, Values and Respects Others, Drives to Excel, Teamwork and Collaboration, Continuous Learning, Demonstrates Ethical Behavior, Supportive of Change
Education and/or Experience
Education, training, and/or experience that demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above. Required license:
Current license to practice vocational nursing in the State of California.
Current license to practice vocational nursing in the State of California.
REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS
Required licenses, certifications and registrations must be maintained throughout employment in this class.
License
Valid California Class C driver's license is required at time of appointment or the ability to arrange necessary, timely transportation for field travel. Employees in this class may be required to use their personal vehicle. Some positions may require a Class B driver's license within 90 days of appointment.
Current license to practice vocational nursing in the State of California.
Current CPR card is required at time of appointment.
Certification/Registration
Certification or completion of courses in Blood Withdrawal and/or IV Therapy is highly desirable.
License
Valid California Class C driver's license is required at time of appointment or the ability to arrange necessary, timely transportation for field travel. Employees in this class may be required to use their personal vehicle. Some positions may require a Class B driver's license within 90 days of appointment.
Current license to practice vocational nursing in the State of California.
Current CPR card is required at time of appointment.
Certification/Registration
Certification or completion of courses in Blood Withdrawal and/or IV Therapy is highly desirable.
Essential Physical Characteristics
The physical characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
Frequent: sitting, walking, standing, neck and waist bending and twisting, climbing, repetitive use of hands, simple and power hand grasping, and fine hand manipulation, pushing/pulling of hand, and reaching above/below shoulder level. Occasional: squatting. Must be able to lift up to 11 lbs., and occasionally assist in lifting up to 70 lbs. Must have manual dexterity which includes the ability to give successful injections and inoculations, and initiate an I.V. Hand-eye coordination necessary to operate a motorized vehicle.
Pay Rate:
$45.50
Shifts:
7:00AM - 3:30PM
3:00PM - 11:00 PM
11:30PM - 7:00AM
INDH
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