What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Vocational Nurse position at Universal Support, Inc.?
Hiring Full Time Only (32 hours minimum)
Full Job Description
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Provide care to adults with disabilities who reside in the facility/home. Every client is different and requires different types of assistance. You will be working with a Respiratory Therapist and Caregivers.
THE SKILLS
The ideal candidate will be patient and friendly with excellent communication skills. You should be able to follow instructions and perform a variety of tasks to help clients reach their goals. Support Services are provided in the person’s home and in the community at times, based on each Individual's goals.
Responsibilities
- Provides direct care to those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Administering medications
- Performs personal care tasks, including assistance with basic personal hygiene and grooming, medical monitoring, and health care-related tasks.
- Fosters positive relationships between caretakers and individuals served.
- Ensures client safety
- Encourages self-help activities.
- Reports changes in client’s condition or family situation to administrators and supervisors.
- Documents services are provided on a daily log sheet.
- Performs home management functions such as light housekeeping, laundry, bed making, and cleaning.
- Accompanies clients to scheduled appointments.
- Other duties as assigned.
Licensed Vocational Nurse Qualifications:
- Ability to work in a client’s residence.
- Communication skills (verbally and written) with all levels of personnel, internal and external to the company
- Ability to handle physical aspects of the job, including walking for periods of time
Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:
- 18 years of age or older
- Valid driver’s license
Job Types: Hiring Full Time Only (32 hours minimum)
Pay: Starting $36.00 per hour. Negotiable
Available Shifts:
- 2pm-10pm, 10pm-6am
Supplemental Pay:
- Referral bonus
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
- Licensed Vocational Nurse
Work Location: 2286 Villa Verde Rd., Escondido, CA 92029
Pay: From $36.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Medication Administration: 1 year (Preferred)
- Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- LVN (Preferred)
- LPN (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $36