Job Summary: The LVN-PACE Program (Program for All-inclusive Care for the Elderly) works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and provides developmentally appropriate and age-specific direct and indirect patient care for participants in the adult care program which serves adults 55 years of age or older with one or more chronic or post-acute medical, cognitive, or mental health conditions for whom a qualified healthcare provider has prescribed or requested services. Provides care in accordance with the established individualized plan of care for each participant based on diagnosis, orders, medical condition, psychosocial needs, physical condition, and other condition(s) pertinent to participant's specific situation. Additionally, this position will provide care in the place of the participant’s residence to evaluate home care needs, available support, and compliance with the developed Plan of Care. Seeks to improve or stabilize deterioration of the medical, cognitive and mental health condition. Focuses on participants' lives and monitoring healthcare conditions while providing needed healthcare. Utilizes medical knowledge and training to identify and determine observations and changes in conditions that are essential to be reported promptly to the RN and/or primary care physician. Facilitates cognitive stimulation and communicates with program participants in a friendly and congenial manner and treats them with dignity and respect. Performs designated duties in accordance with the LVN scope of practice and established policies, procedures, guidelines and techniques at both the LLUH PACE Center and in the place of the participant’s residence if needed. Applies knowledge base in the delivery of quality whole-person care and demonstrates behaviors which support excellence in customer service and satisfaction, patient safety and professionalism. Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and participant population served. Performs other duties as needed.
Education and Experience: Graduate of a school of vocational nursing. Minimum of six months of experience as an LVN required. Minimum one year of clinical experience in area of specialty preferred.
Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrates competencies in the fundamentals of patient care and knowledge of scope of practice for the licensed vocational nurse. Exhibits professional behavior at all times and works calmly and responds courteously when under pressure. Able to: speak, read and write legibly in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality; use computer, printer and software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, electronic medical record, electronic event reporting program; troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment; perform basic patient care activities using proper body mechanics and safety precautions; relate and communicate positively, effectively and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following policies; collaborate and accept direction; think critically and use good judgement; performs duties with minimal supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care; discern temperature variances through touch; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place and patient care; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records and written documents necessary to position.
Licensures and Certifications: Active California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and First Aid certification issued by the American Heart Association required.