Licensed Vocational Nurse

Statement of Purpose

The LVN plays a key role in supporting the health and well-being of patients by performing clinical tasks such as administering medications, monitoring vital signs, assisting with medical procedures, and documenting care in the electronic medical record.

Major Tasks, Duties And Responsibilities

• Review the client’s chart prior to medication administration to ensure accuracy and appropriateness.
• Administer injections using proper sterile techniques in accordance with clinical standards.
• Review of the most recent urine drug screen results for clients receiving Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT).
• Obtain and record vital signs prior to medication administration.
• Monitor the client briefly post-injection to observe for any immediate adverse reactions.
• Document all procedures and observations accurately in the client’s electronic medical record (EMR).
• Coordinate care with medication prescribers and other interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity and quality of care.
  
  

B. Additional Duties

• Assists and covers other staff when necessary to maintain high productivity and efficiency in the department.
• As the company grows, additional responsibilities essential for the department to be successful will be assigned accordingly.
  
  

C. Interpersonal Relations

• Create Meaningful Connections: Demonstrates ability to function effectively as a part of team. Uses outstanding oral and written communication with employees at all levels of the business for support and sharing of information.
• Take Accountability: Take constructive feedback and prevent discourse among our peers.
• Live in the Solution: Critically thinking should be the solution when problems arise. Having the ability to accept constructive criticism well in an open and non-defensive manner.
• Be Professional: Wear business casual attire (please see dress code policy).
  
  

Competencies

• Adaptability
• Customer Service
• Decision Making
• Dependability
• Ethics
• Interpersonal Skills
• Job Knowledge
• Conflict Management
• Organization Skills
• Productivity
• Self-Development
• Teamwork
  
  

Performance Standards & Measurement

• Compliance with essential and incidental duties; compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Compliance with state and federal laws and regulations applicable to the business.
  
  

Equipment, Tools & Machines

• Use of computer, telephone, and other office equipment such as a printer and fax.
• Use of company network and email domain.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Air conditioned and well-illuminated office environment and outdoor environment.
• May have several responsibilities at once. Interaction with others is constant and can be interruptive.
• Work may be stressful at times due to high level workflow.
• Availability to work flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and evenings as is required to comply with the purpose of the job and accommodate client needs.
• Participates in educational training, orientations, or compliance programs as needed to maintain competency.
• If you must leave your employment with our company, we request employees to give us at least 14 days resignation notice in writing.
  
  

Demands

• Enthusiastic self-starter operating with sustained energy and showing great initiative.
• Comfort working with a diverse base of support, including members, employers, providers, colleagues, community leaders, volunteers, non-profit organizations, vendors, etc.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to read, write, spell in English legibly and without excessive grammatical or communication errors.
• Talk and hear both by person and by telephone; ability to speak clearly and effectively using proper grammar before patients, employees, and business partners, among others.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Accepts constructive criticism well in an open and non-defensive manner.
• Ability to manage conflicting priorities. Ability to maintain a positive work ethic and a congenial attitude in the face of a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to function independently and with flexibility.
• Ability to work under pressure, handle multiple tasks and interruptions.
• Occasional lifting of moderately heavy office supplies; ability to lift supplies for community events, trade shows, conferences, and other marketing opportunities applicable to the organization; ability to lift, push or pull up to 25lbs.
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods of time.
• Must have strong computer skills to meet Microsoft Office and Electronic Health Record software requirements.
  
  

The following are the qualifications required to perform the essential functions of this position. Qualifications may be subject to modification based on the Americans with Disabilities Act.

• Vision, hearing and manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination must be adequate for performance of job duties. Able to sit at desk, use keyboard, write and physically perform other job duties. Able to move about the facility to observe clients and staff.
  
  

Modality Specific Job Responsibilities

• Duties may vary based on assignment. Employees shall receive, concurrent with this job description, the specific orientation necessary for their specific job.
  
  

The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements which may be inherent in the position.

Prerequisite Qualifications: Specific qualifications may vary based on assignment.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid California driver license and liability insurance if driving personal vehicle on Center business. Generally short distances and reimbursement of mileage.
• First Aid and CPR certification required and maintain current during employment.
• Criminal Background Clearance
• Health Screening
• Negative TB Test results
  
  

Education:

• Nursing program from an accredited school
• Certificate as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse
• Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse licensure
  
  

Experience:

• At least 2 years as a nurse working in a healthcare setting
• Computer literate: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) required.