Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Position Summary

The LVN works under the direction of the RN to coordinate the management of discharges requiring minimal intervention in the Discharge Lounge. Specifically, the LVN works within their designated scope of practice to perform nursing interventions to progress already developed discharge plans that enable patients who are assessed as medically fit to be discharged safely in a timely and safe manner. This role is integral to patients’ continuity of care specific to the discharge instructions for patients and their families as they transition home.

Essential Functions

• Prioritizes essential functions.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the clinical information system and applies principles to patient documentation.
• Serves as a role model and mentors new staff members.
• Maintains confidentiality of all medical, financial and other sensitive material in printed, electronic or verbal form, which may jeopardize the privacy of patients and or employees.
• Reports any patient problems encountered to the RN, physician and/or manager as appropriate.
• Contributes to professional development of peers and colleagues by sharing knowledge and skills.
• Maintains positive working relationships with patients/families and interdisciplinary team members.
• Practices the principles of effective communication.
• Responsible for maintaining professional competence and keeping informed of changes.

Minimum Requirements

• 2 year experience working as an LVN in an in-patient setting required.
• Experience of multidisciplinary working/discharge planning in acute services preferred.
• Highschool diploma or equivalent required.
• Current licensure to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in California.
• IV certification required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Pay Range

Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities.

Benefits

Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare—that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there’s more…

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