Minimum six months experience in long-term care or home care
First Aid Training and Certifications per Title 22 guidelines
Demonstrated competence in technical and manual nursing skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of aging processes and social implications
Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
Responsibilities
Provide compassionate care and treatments to residents
Collaborate with a team to meet residents' comprehensive needs
Review routines and resident needs regularly
Manage medication and supply inventory
Ensure accurate charting and record keeping
Attend meetings and training sessions
Provide thorough reports to oncoming shifts
Benefits
Opportunity to be part of a community-focused team
Engagement in a mission to transform perceptions of aging
Supportive work environment promoting a culture of excellence
Potential for professional development and training opportunities
Full Job Description
Location:
Saratoga Retirement Community14500 Fruitvale Ave Building 3000Saratoga CA 95070
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Licensed Vocational Nurse to join our team! This role is a vital part in the care of our residents and and to be a valued member of our community! We look forward to learning more about how, together, we can Transform the Perception of Age!
Our Licensed Practical Nurses:
Pay Rate: $38.00-$46.00 DOE
Provide compassionate and effective care and treatments to our residents.
Work with a team of professionals to ensure the residents comprehensive needs are met.
Review routines, calendar of events and resident needs
Ensure medications and supplies are ordered, in stock and counted
Ensure all charting and record keeping is accurate and complete
Attend meetings, trainings
Give a thorough report to oncoming shift.
Updates 24 hour report.
Calendars appropriately for upcoming needs.
Promote the Mission, Vision and Values of Transforming Age, our Culture of Excellence, in all areas of responsibility.
Performs other duties as assigned.
What you need to succeed!
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Cleared Criminal Record clearance through the Department of Social Services prior to presence in the community.
Health screening and TB test results not older than 6 months.
Current First Aid Training and Certifications, per Title 22 guidelines.
A current nursing license issued by the State of California is required.
Minimum of six months in long term care, home care or related field.
Demonstrated competence in technical and manual skills according to the scope of practice for RN's/LVN's.
Working knowledge of computers and typing, sufficient enough to be successful with computerized Point of Care and other systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of aging process and implications of aging in a social setting.
Ability to communicate professionally with residents, families, peers and employees in a multi-cultural environment.
Completion of a background check, drug screen, physical, fingerprint, and TB test may be required per state and local guidelines (Title 22).
Physical Requirements:
On occasion, may need to push/pull/support up to 75lbs.
