Full Time LVN – AM Shift

Full Time LVN – AM Shift

Requirements

• Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved LPN/LVN program.
• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN/LVN in this California.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Ability to read technical procedures.
• Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
• Must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.
• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Direct the day to day functions of the nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long term care facility.
• Ensure that all nursing personnel assigned to you comply with the written policies and procedures established by this facility.
• Participate in the development, maintenance, and implementation of the facility’s quality assurance program for the nursing service department.
• Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician.
• Ensure that prescribed medication for one resident is not administered to another.
• Participate in employee performance evaluations, determining your shift’s staffing requirements, and making recommendations to the Nurse Supervisor concerning employee dismissals, transfers, etc.
• Inform nursing personnel of new admissions, their expected time of arrival, room assignment, etc.
• Review care plans daily to ensure that appropriate care is being rendered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred.