Licensed Vocational Nurse LVN Staff Nurse - Oakland

Position Overview

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) is a licensed professional nurse under the supervision of a Registered Nurse who provides nursing care and services to residents in a long‑term care setting.

Key Responsibilities

GENERAL

• Provides nursing care as prescribed by the physician/health care professional in accordance with legal scope of practice, Board of Licensing restrictions, and established standards, policies, and procedures.
• Administers professional services and provides care to help residents attain or maintain their highest practicable physical, mental, and emotional well‑being while contributing clinical data and observations to the nursing plan of care.

CLINICAL

• Admits, transfers, and discharges residents in accordance with policy and procedure; orients new residents/families as necessary.
• Gives/receives nursing reports at the beginning and end of shifts, reviews daily patient reports and assignments with Nursing Assistants.
• Ensures the unit area is clean and safe for resident comfort and convenience.
• Conducts daily resident rounds to observe physical and emotional status.
• Collects clinical data and reports significant findings as per policy.
• Performs manual and technical skills under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Documents care information accurately and timely, including resident observations, interventions, and responses per policy.
• Assists in developing, reviewing, revising, and updating resident Plans of Care and contributes to evaluating patient progress.
• Receives and transcribes orders accurately from the attending/alternate physician and assists in physician rounds as needed.
• Prepares/administers medications and completes medical treatments as ordered, monitoring for adverse reactions.
• Ensures proper security and accurate inventory of narcotic and controlled drugs.
• Orders prescribed medications, supplies, and equipment following facility procedures.
• Arranges diagnostic and therapeutic services as ordered and notifies the physician or legal guardian when significant changes occur in resident condition.
• Documents and reports resident incidents or unusual occurrences, initiating investigations as necessary.
• Informs the RN Supervisor or RN in charge of significant changes, incidents, or accidents as per policy.
• Attends various facility meetings including care conferences, staff meetings, and discharge plan meetings as required.
• Initiates emergency procedures (including basic CPR) and provides emergency patient treatments.
• Participates in the facility's infection control program and reporting of hazardous conditions or equipment.
• Assists in the orientation of newly assigned personnel and assumes Charge responsibility when requested.
• Performs other position-related duties as assigned and supervises CNAs.

SUPERVISION

• Conducts resident rounds to ensure appropriate care is rendered and makes corrections as necessary.
• Meets with nursing personnel to identify and resolve problem areas or improve resident care.
• Assists the Charge Nurse with revising and distributing nursing assignments.
• Participates in the supervision, direction, disciplinary actions, and evaluation of nursing personnel.

CONSUMER SERVICE

• Presents a professional image through dress, behavior, and speech.
• Treats residents and family members with dignity and respect.
• Responds to resident and family concerns and assists in resolving grievances per facility policy.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Participates in the facility's Quality Assurance (QA) program, assisting in correcting findings and deficiencies as directed.
• Ensures protection of health information in compliance with HIPAA.
• Participates in the facility's Infection Control Program and reporting procedures for hazardous conditions.
• Orients new staff members and attends in‑services and educational classes to maintain nursing skills competency.
• Assumes Charge responsibility following orientation and performs additional position‑related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or an approved LVN program
• Current nursing licensure in good standing with the State licensing board
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to provide quality patient care in accordance with applicable standards, policies, and procedures
• Ability to identify and report problems, using initiative and good judgment for quality decisions
• Comprehensive knowledge of applicable nursing principles and practices to ensure quality care standards
• Willingness to work with professional and non‑professional personnel; proficiency in English (speak, read, write, and comprehend) with minimal difficulty
• Valid CPR certification

Benefits & Perks

• AM and PM Shifts available!