LVN - Fremont-Rideout Health Group (California)
Adventist Health is more than an award-winning health system. We provide whole-person care to our communities and champion the greater good - from the operating room to the boardroom, we are driven by our unique passion to live God's love through health, wholeness and hope. From Oregon to Oahu, we have a calling to always do more. Now is your chance to apply your passion to our mission. Yuba County is California's gateway to the historic Mother Lode Country, with a diverse landscape that boasts grand rivers, thriving farmland, friendly communities and numerous recreational possibilities that extend into the Sierra foothills. Sutter County is home for the Sutter Buttes, known as the *Smallest Mountain Range in the World*. Considered "sister cities" our communities have that small town feel so many people are seeking. Our rivers, lakes, mountains, year-round festivals and fairs, entertainment, diverse recreation opportunities, hunting, camping, hiking, boating, fishing, community events, fine dining establishments, first-rate lodging, bikeways, and historic downtown shopping makes the Yuba and Sutter Counties a great place to live. With a lower cost of living, you can enjoy California life with Tahoe, Napa or the Bay Area only being a 2-hour drive. We're looking for someone to join our team as an LVN who: performs procedures which require specialized training for general nursing care and related services for assigned patients, under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Medical Doctor (MD), in accordance with established policy. Participates in the planning for and provision of patient care. Uses knowledge of asepsis in performance of treatments, such as sterile dressings, irritations and cauterizations. Provides functional direction to ancillary personnel. **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS** ? Provides care for assigned patients, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) according to established standard and nursing process. ? Performs admission assessments, and ongoing re-assessments based on departmental specific policy and procedures. Assists in the development of a prioritized interdisciplinary plan of care on each patient. ? Implements and coordinates plan of care utilizing appropriate organizational skills and reporting mechanisms. Implements individual teaching plans, including Patient Teaching Protocols and discharge Plans, based on mutual goal setting and with emphasis on ? Performs assigned clinical procedures (i.e. phlebotomy, injections, drug screens, etc.) Administers medications. ? Orders/restocks supplies as assigned, according to established par levels. Maintains neatness/cleanliness in assigned areas, i.e., Pre-op, PACU, soiled corridor, utility rooms, lounges, locker rooms and restrooms. ? Performs daily, weekly, and monthly clean ? Performs other job-related duties as assigned.**** **** **You'll be successful with the following qualifications:** **Education:** ? High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred ? Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred **Required Licenses/Certifications:** ? Licensed Vocational Nurses ? Current Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license: Required ? Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider certification: Required ? Arrhythmia certification: Preferred
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