Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Psych Acute
About the role
The Licensed Vocational Nurse/Licensed Psychiatric Technician provides direct and indirect patient care services requiring technical and manual skills, within the scope of practice, that meet the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care, and meets the communication needs of the patient and family. This position performs under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. Demonstrates knowledge of EMTALA Regulations and triage process in the ER setting.
Responsibilities
- Provides direct and indirect patient care services requiring technical and manual skills, within the scope of practice, that meet the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care, and meets the communication needs of the patient and family.
- Performs under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Demonstrates knowledge of EMTALA Regulations and triage process in the ER setting.
Requirements
- Current and valid state license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Psychiatric Technician.
- Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
- Minimum one year experience in an applicable setting preferred.
Qualifications
Education, Experience, Training:
- Current and valid state license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Psychiatric Technician.
- Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
- Minimum one year experience in an applicable setting preferred.
Skills
- Technical and manual skills required for patient care.
- Knowledge of EMTALA Regulations and triage process in the ER setting.
Benefits
La Palma Intercommunity Hospital offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $30.00 to $30.00. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
Pay
Competitive compensation is offered for this role.
Schedule
Per Diem Nights schedule is available.