Licensed Vocational Nurse: Interim Housing

About Cardea Health:   

Cardea Health is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing compassionate health care to marginalized populations. Our mission is to create and support programs that protect the health and autonomy of vulnerable individuals and promote equity and social justice to improve the well-being of our entire community. We provide medical support to populations that experience homelessness.   

At Cardea, we are dedicated to creating a workplace that celebrates diversity and actively seeks to include underrepresented communities. We believe that diversity drives innovation and fosters a more dynamic, inclusive, and productive work environment. We actively encourage individuals from underrepresented backgrounds to apply for our open positions. We value your unique perspectives, experiences, and talents, and we are committed to providing equitable opportunities for growth and advancement. Join us in building a team that reflects the rich diversity of our society and let's make a positive impact together.  

Primary Work Location:  

Natalie’s Place is one of several Cardea Health transitional housing programs for medically complex and behaviorally vulnerable unhoused individuals, located in Fremont. Cardea Health’s transitional housing programs collaborate with a wide range of referring partners across Alameda County to support individuals with complex health and social needs. Natalie’s Place provides comprehensive supportive services, including onsite nursing and caregiving support, transportation to medical appointments, nutritious meals, housing navigation and placement assistance, and additional wraparound services designed to promote stability, recovery, and long-term housing success. 

Schedule: Rotating days, weekends included 

Job Summary:   

Cardea Health seeks a highly motivated Licensed Vocational Nurse with a special interest in working with people experiencing homelessness to work as a Respite LVN. The Respite LVN will be the primary point of clinical care at Natalie’s Place located in Fremont, CA. 

The ideal candidate will be invested in Cardea Health’s mission of serving marginalized populations with compassion and empathy. Cardea clinical staff need to be flexible, patient, and willing to work in challenging environments with a diverse population. Experience with homeless or incarcerated populations is highly desirable. 

Job Duties:

• Provide quality care in accordance with Cardea Health policies, procedures, and standards. Ensure that all clients are treated with dignity and respect. 

• Execute care plans for admitted clients in collaboration with primary and specialty care teams, medical directors, and client 

• Provide clients with appropriate information and education to make informed choices related to medical care and treatment that reflects individual preferences 

• Maintain communication among clinical team across shifts 

• Communicate effectively to partner hospitals, community health clinics, homeless service providers, and other collaborating agencies 

• Communicate with referring partners regarding program referrals 

• Work with team members to develop creative solutions to meet the needs of individual clients 

• Participate in the collection and maintenance of data on program operations for reporting and analytical purposes 

• Ensure adherence to infection control standards on site among staff and residents 

• Participate in population health interventions among clients that contribute to safety and health including measures designed to stop the spread of Covid-19 

• Ensure that clinical documentation is current, timely, and accurate 

• Maintain confidentially in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) 

• Recognize and respond to medical emergencies, follow up with MD communication or 911 activation 

• Practice harm reduction principles, including interventions that minimize harmful effects of substance use while treating all residents with dignity and respect 

• Other duties and responsibilities as required 

Minimum Required Skills & Qualifications:   

• Graduate from an accredited vocational nursing program 

• Hold current license as Licensed Vocational Nurse through the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians  

• Current Basic Life Support Certification  

Preferred Skills & Qualifications:  

• Two years of experience as a LVN 

• Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision 

• Detailed oriented and highly organized 

• Prior experience with homeless or incarcerated populations is desired 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel 

• May require evening, holiday, and weekend hours 

Physical Requirements:   

• Frequent standing, walking, kneeling, stooping, and ascending stairs  

• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs 

• Frequent pushing and pulling  

• Frequent reaching high, low, and level  

Work Environment:  

• In-person onsite at a supportive housing facility. Constant work around and/or with people OR Interaction with patients, clients, and external customers

Benefits: 

Employees in this role may be eligible for a range of benefits, including  

• Employer-supported medical,  

• Access to dental and vision insurance,  

• Paid vacation and sick time,  

• Retirement plan (401k) participation with a company match,  

• Commuter benefits,  

• Long Term Disability,  

• Life Insurance 

• Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on hours worked per week and length of employment 

• Specific details are provided in the benefits guide and are subject to change 

Cardea Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer  

Cardea Health is committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability, citizenship or veteran status. We will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the state of California and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.  

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities for this role. Activities, duties, or responsibilities may change, or a new job description may be assigned at any time with or without notice.