Licensed Vocational Nurse – LVN – Skilled Nursing

Licensed Vocational Nurse LVN Full Time 7AM 330PM or 3PM 1130PM 42 schedule Full Time 2 days 7AM 330PM 2 days 3PM 1130PM 2 days off Part Time 7AM 330PM 2 days on 4 days off Temporary PM 300pm 1130pm 42 Schedule 38 41 per hour based on experienceLOTS of Opportunity in a Stable & Beautiful work environment401k with Employer MatchTuition AssistanceTalent development reviews and growth opportunitiesCommuter ReimbursementGeneral Summary The LVN is responsible for the overall nursing careservice on their shift including the accurate and timely administration of medications treatments documentation and emergency calls as indicated PRINCIPLE DUTIES Assists the RN supervisor and or supervises and oversees the direct care of the residents being provided by the CNAs on their shift in order to maintain quality resident careThe LVN will be responsible to assist the RN supervisor with contacting residents attending physicians for change of condition new admission orders discharge orders and all necessary changes in medication and treatment ordersResponsible for notifying resident family memberssurrogate decision makers of changes in condition changes in medication and treatment orders obtaining informed consents developing resident care plans accurate and timely documentation of all physician resident family membersurrogate decision maker communicationAbility to respond quickly calmly and professionally to medical emergenciesKnowledge of tube feedings oxygen administration and related procedures catheterizations suctioning and dressing changesAccurately carries out medication administration and treatment proceduresAssists with direct resident care such as bathing grooming transferring repositioning as neededWilling to accept additional responsibilities in emergency situations to ensure quality resident care is maintainedOther duties as assigned by supervisorReport all suspect or confirmed abuse as a mandated reporterParticipates in the facility Quality Assurance Performance Improvement ProgramServes as a facility Infection Preventionist designeeMonitors potential hazards within the facility to prevent identify and control infectionsProvides education regarding infection control on a routine and as needed basisAs an Infection Preventionist Designee monitors for nosocomial infections hand hygiene and antibiotic stewardshipCommunicate with facility staff attending physicians and consultants to assess and make recommendations to improve resident care and address family concernsWhy youll love The Orchards The Orchards Health Center is a state of the art care community providing living options in Assisted Living Memory Care and 24 hour Skilled Nursing We are a community woven together with the highest level of care compassion and all the comforts of home Our team is committed to the health and wellness needs of seniors Service to our residents and colleagues is a core value of The Orchards In addition we are a certified Great Place to Work and ranked 3 in Aging Services by Forbes Magazine What you will bring Current California Licensed Vocational Nurse License in good standing with the LVN Board of NursingMust have at least one year of experience with providing direct nursing care to the elderly and chronically ill patients preferably in a skilled nursing facilityMust have knowledge regarding Title 22 and OBRA RegulationsPlease apply to this job or look at other available positions using the link below httpsvisitorchardscomcareerscurrent openings Our company is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race national origin gender gender identity sexual orientation protected veteran status disability age or other legally protected status ZR TheOrchards1