Description:Providence is calling a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN) in Sub Acute (Full time/Day Shift) to Providence Little Company Of Mary San Pedro Hospital in San Pedro, CA.Please upload a current resume reflecting all relevant experience.Apply today!
Applicants that meet qualifications will receive a text with additional questions from our MODERN HIRE system.We are seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse in Sub Acute who will implement delegated patient care functions under the direction of the Professional Registered Nurse.
This individual perform these functions according to established hospital standards of nursing care, standards of nursing practice and within the Vocational Nurse Practice Act.
Respond appropriately to patients and families with knowledge of age-specific needs based on scope of service of unit/department where assigned.In this position you will:Administer medications including controlled substances within scope of licenseStart and add IV fluids in accordance with hospital policies and procedures and Vocational Nurse Practice ActDiscontinue peripheral IV’s and PRN adaptersAssist with patient admission/transfer, to include room set-up, orientation of patient to environment, personal effects labeling and storingProvide patient/family education related to self-care and supporting the Plan of CareAssist with patient discharge related to self-care and supporting the Plan of CareProvide direct patient care in a safe and caring manner, as delegated by the Patient Care Leader (RN):Perform data collection through physical observation to include auscultation, palpation and percussion and basic mental status assessment to include observation of general behavior, appearance and attitude, collection of data relative to sensorium or orientation to time, person and place, and assessment of recall abilityPlace, change and remove complex and simple dressingsInserts/removes foley cathetersObserve and supervise patients with incentive spirometryApply low flow O2 therapy and simple maskInsert nasogastric tube assessing for correct placementPerform tracheal suctioning and routine tracheostomy careOperate/administer meter dose inhalers.Initiate tube feedings as directed by the R.N.Take and record vital signs, weight, etc., as assignedPerform/record point of care testsCollect, accurately labels, records phlebotomy specimens according to established protocols.Apply, change, remove external cathetersPerform pre-surgical preps as needed (i.E.
shave)Ambulate, re-positions patient and performs ROMApply changes and removes patient restraints according to established policyAppy K-pads, cold packs and hyper/hypothermic blanketsEmpty and accurately records fluid collection devicesPerform EKG’sPerform tray/supply set-up for a bedside procedurePerform monitoring activities, reports, documents (i.E.
dynamap, pulse ox, fetal and telemetry)Provide post-mortem careAssist in complex feeds utilizing approved practicesAssist in IV set-up (gathering supplies, pump, etc.)Assist with orthopedic equipment/applications as directedProvide personal hygiene carePerform transportation of patients, lifting support as assignedManage CPM deviceCheck patient’s ID band every shiftLeadership and Supervision:Act as a team problem solver by being an active member of unit/staff meetings and other committeesAssist with the orientation and on-the-job training of new hiresPerform within own legal scope of practiceDocumentation/Information Management:Maintain confidentiality of all patient and hospital related informationDemonstrate competency/working knowledge of Hospital Information SystemPerform documentation on unit records and in patient’s record, which is timely, accurate, and conciseUtilize and document on patient data base and other computer based communication and patient monitoring systems (e.G.
EKG, Pulse Oximeter, hemodynamic monitoring)Communicate patient information/changes to RN and to physician when appropriateTake verbal/telephone orders from physician according to hospital policy and procedureEnter and verify MD orders accuratelyObtain results on diagnostic data in a timely manner and communicates and files appropriatelyEnter requisitions in a timely mannerPerformance Improvement/Quality and Safety:Actively participate in performance improvement activities and works to correct deficiencies identifiedActively support the facility with regards to continuous compliance with all regulatory and performance improvement standards including, but not limited to JCAHO, Department of Health Services, CMS Core Measures, IHI initiatives, etcMaintain current knowledge regarding JCAHO standards for this positionCommit to and actively participates in ongoing complianceHave knowledge of Tracer methodologyProvide the best care and service to every person, every time (PHS Quality Vision)Provide care that is safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable and patient/family centered (PHS Quality definition)Qualifications:Required qualifications for this position include:Completion of program for Licensed Vocational NurseCurrent Licensed Vocation Nurse in good standing in CaliforniaSatisfactory completion of BLSAbility to perform all physical requirements pertaining to delegated tasksAbility to accurately and efficiently complete assigned tasksAbility to organize and prioritize work to complete assignments in a timely mannerAbility to establish and maintain a courteous and cooperative (service-oriented) working relationship with patients, families and co-workersDemonstrate competency in medication administrationPreferred qualifications for this position include:Completion of course in Intravenous Therapy approved by the LVN Board1 year Acute care institutional experienceRecent hospital direct patient care experience on an acute, sub-acute unit or skilled nursing facilityAbout the hospital you will serve.Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center San Pedro is a 259-bed nonprofit hospital that has served the Harbor and greater South Bay communities since 1925.
Our Medical Center offers a comprehensive array of medical and surgical services each distinguished by innovation, quality and excellence in its respective area.
We received the CHART “Certificate of Excellence” for receiving superior or above average results across the majority of outcomes and process measures publicly reported by CHART.
We ranked in the top 21 among more than 240 hospitals throughout the state compared by California Healthcare Foundation, and were the first location in the South Bay to carry the Gold Seal of Approval® from The Joint Commission for Primary Stroke Centers.
As a member of Providence Health & Services, we are continually driven by the caring tradition of our heritage – the foundation of our Mission and core values – to embrace respect, compassion, justice, excellence and stewardship.
Providence Health & Services today celebrates unprecedented growth, recognition for top quality health care, a vibrant employee culture where new ideas are encouraged and a drive to help the underprivileged all with an eye toward the future.We offer comprehensive, best-in-class benefits to our caregivers.
For more information, visithttps://www.Providenceiscalling.Jobs/rewards-benefits/Our MissionAs expressions of God’s healing love, witnessed through the ministry of Jesus, we are steadfast in serving all, especially those who are poor and vulnerable.About UsProvidence is a comprehensive not-for-profit network of hospitals, care centers, health plans, physicians, clinics, home health care and services continuing a more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Providence does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.Schedule: Full-timeShift: DayJob Category: LPN/LVNLocation: California-San PedroReq ID: 301868