Description Title: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Reports to: Nurse Manager
Department: Residential
Location: Reseda, CA 91335
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Program Hours: 24 hour, licensed ICF/DDN residential facility. Work schedule varies depending on residents’ needs; includes weekend hours.
Supervisory Responsibility: None
Pay Rate: $32 – $35 per hour
Position Summary
- Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, provide care and supervision to the residents in the Intermediate Care Facility/Developmental Disabled Nursing (ICF/DDN) facility
- Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Implement written plans as part of each residents’ Individual Service Plan (ISP) to provide nursing services consistent with the diagnostic, therapeutic and medication regimens as outlined by the Nurse Manager. Assist with residents’ health services and assessments as needed and directed by the Nurse Manager. Notify the Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) and Nurse Manager of marked or sudden change in signs, symptoms, resident behavior, etc., and of any medications errors.
- Document contacts and observations in residents’ charts weekly or more frequently as needed.
- Act as shift leader ensuring all duties are performed. Address performance issues as necessary and notify Nurse Manager using staff log.
- Observe and document the residential assistants’ proficiency in handling, administering and recording medications, and report to the Nurse Manager and House Manager.
- Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team as needed for the following: preadmissions, resident evaluations, placement, periodic reevaluations of the type, extent and quality of nursing services and discharge planning as directed by the Nurse Manager.
- Participate in the Attendant Training Plan and assist with the medication training program for the residential assistants. The medication training program will cover all areas outlined in Title 22.
- Using ECF’s vehicles transport residents to medical appointments as needed.
Other Duties
- Comply with ECF’s Injury and Illness Prevention Program. Ensure safe use and operation of tools and/or equipment.
- Comply with Bloodborne pathogens engineering and work practice controls that reduce the likelihood of exposure (e.g. appropriately handling and disposing of sharps, and proper use of personnel protective equipment).
- Comply with ECF’s policies and procedures including, mandated reporting requirements.
- Regular, reliable attendance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education/Licenses/Certifications: Registered in California as a License Vocational Nurse.
Experience: Two years working as a registered, Licensed Vocational Nurse for a Long Term Care Facility.
Knowledge/Abilities/Skills:
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work on multiple assignments with competing deadlines.
- Ability to perform any aspect of nursing services needed by the residents as part of the services offered in an ICF/ DDN setting.
- Ability to follow strict guidelines regarding sterilization of medical instruments.
- Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions sufficient to establish a safe work
- environment.
- Ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
- Ability to deal appropriately with sensitive and confidential information.
- Computer literacy and proficiency in software applications including MS Office products: Word and Outlook.
Requirements
- Valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, evidence of car insurance, and insurable driving record.
- Pass a DOJ background investigation.
- Provide evidence of a negative TB test initially and annually thereafter.
- Pass a pre-employment physical and annually thereafter.
- Obtain and maintain NCI, First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of employment.
Work Environment
ICF/DDN residential facility for adults with varying degrees of developmental and physical disabilities. Employee may encounter residents who are in crisis, exhibiting emotional/psychological distress or behaving in an aggressive manner. Environment may include frequent interruptions, loud noise, varying indoor temperature, and drafts. Exposure to varying weather conditions when driving to meetings, appointments, etc. May be exposed to bloodborne pathogens.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.
- Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer, and to attend meetings at various sites.
- Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 10 pounds.
- Ability to read printed materials and a computer screen.
- Ability to communicate in person and over the telephone.
EEO Statement:
Exceptional Children’s Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in all company facilities without regard to race (including hair texture and hairstyles), color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, (or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to lactation), physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related), genetic information, or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, and leaves of absence, compensation and training.
DEI Statement:
Exceptional Children’s Foundation is on a mission to provide the resources necessary to raise awareness and to support a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. We are continuing to build a culture that is safe, respectful, fair and inclusive for all of our employees. We are proud to employ people of all backgrounds who possess the talent, energy, and focus to accelerate our vision forward.
COVID Vaccination Requirement:
Effective August 5th, 2021, and until further notice, Exceptional Children’s Foundation shall adhere to staff vaccination and testing guidelines outlined in the CA Dept. of Public Health (CDPH) Behavioral Health Information Notice No: 21-041. These instructions shall apply to all applicable ECF facilities and programs. Any new applicant at ECF will be required to submit their Vaccination Certification status. And any candidate in any of the programs that mandate vaccinations; i.e. healthcare, mental health, early start, etc., will be required to be fully vaccinated before considered for employment.