Licensed Vocational Nurse

Overview of Position

Under direct supervision, the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Living Options monitors and oversees the general health, medical issues, personal care and well-being of residents living in the residential facility. Delivers nursing care to residents as appropriate within the scope of the program.

Essential Function

• Delivers nursing care to residents within the scope of the residential program.
• Examines and evaluates residents who are ill, injured, or whose medical equipment is malfunctioning. Reports findings and safety concerns and makes recommendations to the Residential Administrator and Registered Nurse.
• Assists with emergency responses within assigned authority.
• Assists in the administration and monitoring of medications, which may include suppositories.
• Provides personal care for residents which may include assistance with eating, personal hygiene, showering, restroom assistance, and preparing for bedtime.
• Affords assistance with meals in compliance with dietary restrictions; assists individuals to eat, including those who may require assistance with G-tube feeding.
• Affords care and cleaning of residential home, which includes laundering & ironing of residents’ clothing.
• Completes all necessary reports and documentation on a daily basis.
• Evaluates staff training needs within realm of expertise and conducts necessary training.
• Transports individuals to health care appointments and other various locations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

• Must possess a valid Licensed Vocational Nurse Certification/Degree.
• Must have and maintain a valid CPR, CPI, and First Aid Certification.
• DSP I and II certifications required upon hire –or- within one year of beginning employment, depending upon contractual requirements of the residential home.

Experience

• At least one year of experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse –or- prior experience working at a residential home.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Ability to read, interpret and implement policies, procedures and regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written communications with all levels of associates and the general public.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism and positivity in all interactions.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to provide assistance with personal care to residents and to transfer an individual who has no weight bearing skills.
• Ability to pass a post-offer physical examination and a TB test.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a criminal record/fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation per Easterseals Southern California and/or program requirements.
• Ability to travel locally; maintain driving record in compliance with Transportation Safety Standards; maintain auto insurance and vehicle registration.
• Carrying/Lifting: Frequent/ Up to 50lbs.
• Standing: Frequent / Up to 5 hours per day.
• Sitting: Occasional/ Up to 3 hours per day.
• Walking: Occasional/ Up to 3 hours per day.
• Repetitive Motion/Activity: Frequent (bend, twist, stoop, reach, pull, kneel, push wheelchairs).
• Visual Acuity: Ability to view computer monitor and read newsprint.
• Travel: Up to % of the time.
• Environmental Exposure: Constant exposure to unpleasant or hazardous conditions (noise, heat, dust, bio fluids, etc.).