Westwood Post Acute as CMS 5-Star Rated for Quality of Resident Care US News Best Nursing Home 2022-2023 Long Term Care is located close to the cities of Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, and Milpitas. We're known to be one of the largest facilities in the Bay Area with a 258-bed capacity, making us home to top-rated healthcare professionals throughout the City of San Jose. We are looking for a kind and passionate LVN to work in healthcare facilities or patients' homes to provide care.

Westwood Post Acute is one of the largest skilled nursing and most fulfilling post-acute in the San Jose Bay Area California. We are seeking a committed LVN, Treatment Nurse for our Skilled Nursing OR Subacute Department to join our AWESOME TEAM!

• Job Title: LVN, Treatment Nurse
• Facility: Westwood Post Acute
• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility and Sub-acute Care
• Location: 1601 Petersen Ave, San Jose, CA 95129, USA
• Position Type: Full Time - 8 hours per day x 40 hours per week
• Shift Type: AM Shift
• Pay Range: $40 to $45
• Department: Nursing

All new hires must be COVID-19 Vaccinated or have a medical or religious accommodation before they start.

OUR COMMUNITY:

We are committed to providing the best assistance to the population we serve, and our communities, achieving optimum health, and enjoying the best quality of life possible. We bring together a variety of experts and dedicated professionals to work with each resident in achieving their goals. We make great efforts to be leaders in the skilled nursing community.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of registered nurses or physicians.
• Administer medications, injections, and treatments as prescribed by healthcare professionals.
• Monitor and record the vital signs, symptoms, and medical histories of patients accurately.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Assist physicians and registered nurses during examinations, procedures, and treatments.
• Perform routine procedures such as wound dressing changes, catheterizations, and tracheostomy care.
• Monitor and document patients' progress, reactions to medications, and overall conditions.
• Educate patients and their families on disease management, medication regimens, and post-treatment care.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Adhere to infection control protocols and maintain a high standard of hygiene.

Qualifications:

• Valid and active Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of California.
• Completion of an accredited vocational nursing program.
• New graduates are highly welcome
• Strong knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and techniques.
• Proficient in administering medications, injections, and various treatments.
• Excellent observational, assessment, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic healthcare environment.
• Commitment to providing compassionate and patient-centered care.

Joining Westwood Post Acute as an LVN Treatment Nurse offers you the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of patients while working in a supportive and collaborative healthcare team. We offer competitive compensation packages, opportunities for professional growth, and a fulfilling work environment focused on delivering exceptional patient care.

BENEFITS:

Our commitment to our employees includes benefit programs that are designed to meet the various needs of our employee population. Throughout our network, we take a balanced approach to the benefits we offer. Many benefits are company-paid, while others are available through employee contributions. Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.