Licensed Vocational Nurse Ii, Pediatrics

Organization:

SMF-Sutter Med Foundation- Central

Position Overview:

Provides nursing care, under the direct supervision of a registered nurse (RN) or physician, in accordance with the legal scope of practice and within established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Integrates education, technical competence and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers. Exercises sound judgment, and developed clinical skills to implement the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Supports the functionality of the department by distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care.

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EDUCATION:

• Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
• Other: Graduate of an accredited school of Vocational Nursing.

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• LVN-Licensed Vocational Nurse
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC LICENSURES & CERTIFICATIONS:

• Department: Home Health & Hospice - CDL-California Driver's License
• Department: Home Health & Hospice - INS-Auto Insurance

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

• 1 year recent relevant experience

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic nursing skills, various medical procedures, views, and equipment.
• Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Number of Openings:

0

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $35.14 to $43.92 / hour