LVN
Company: Loma Linda University Health
Location: Murrieta
Posted on: November 20, 2022
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Job Description:
LVN Murrieta, CaliforniaGeneral Surgery - (Full-time, Night Shift)
-Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of
Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility,
integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness.The Licensed Vocational
Nurse (LVN) is IV Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certified in
California and carries out responsibilities under the supervision
of a Registered Nurse (RN). Provides direct and indirect
age-specific and developmentally appropriate patient care as
designated within the established multidisciplinary care plan and
as ordered by the physician. Performs duties within the LVN scope
of practice and in accordance with Loma Linda University Medical
Center - Murrieta (LLUMC - Murrieta) and department established
policies, procedures, protocols, techniques and guidelines. Seeks
information and clarification of duties and responsibilities when
necessary. Assists the RN with gathering data for the development
and updating of the individualized multidisciplinary patient care
plan. Reports observations of patient progress toward care plan
goals and expected outcomes. Notifies RN immediately of abnormal
findings and significant changes in patients' condition. Recognizes
when a patient is in distress and responds appropriately to
emergency situations. Exhibits interpersonal skills that portray
professionalism and maximize excellence in customer service, safe
patient care and professionalism. Contributes to a work environment
of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and
patient population. Performs other duties as needed.Graduate of a
school of Vocational Nursing. Minimum of one year experience as an
LVN required. Experience caring for adult medical and surgical
patients preferred. Successful completion of a Basic Arrhythmia
Recognition and Treatment (BART) course required within six months
of hire. Active California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license
required. Basic life Support (BLS) certification issued by the
American Heart Association required. California IV Therapy and
Blood Withdrawal certification required.Knowledge of the California
LVN scope of practice required. Demonstrates competencies in
clinical nursing activities as outlined by the LVN board. Ability
to apply theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually
expands knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in area of
specialty. Basic knowledge of healthcare regulations and
accreditation required. Exhibit professional behavior at all times.
Able to read, write legibly and speak in English (and Spanish
preferred) with professional quality; use computer, printer and
software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Microsoft
Office, Outlook, electronic event reporting program, established
organization electronic medical record; operate and troubleshoot
equipment utilized for position; perform patient care activities
using proper body mechanics and safety precautions; comprehend and
follow-through with instructions; relate and communicate
positively, effectively and professionally with others; be
assertive and consistent in following policies; work calmly and
respond courteously when under pressure; collaborate; accept
direction; think critically and use good judgment; problem solve
and collaborate with licensed members of the team as necessary;
perform duties with RN supervision; perform basic math functions;
manage multiple patient assignments effectively; organize and
prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close
attention to detail; Able to distinguish colors and smells as
necessary for patient care; hear sufficiently for general
conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and
distinguish various sounds associated with the work place and
patient care; discern temperature variances through touch; see
adequately to read computer screens, medical records and written
documents necessary to position, exhibit professional behavior at
all times.Additional Information
Keywords: Loma Linda University Health, Corona , LVN, Healthcare , Murrieta, California
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