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Licensed Vocation Nurse, Geriatrics

AltaMed Health Services logoAltaMed Health Services$31.93/hrWest Covina, CA 91790Full timePosted 1w agoStill open, checked every night

How this pay compares

This posting states $31.93 an hour. Open registered nurse jobs in California post a median of $68.19 an hour, the middle half $60.38–$76.88, across 2,514 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Registered nurses employed in California earn a median of $67.44 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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Workplace injuries

AltaMed Transportation Department in Monterey Park reported 13 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 206,370 hours worked: 12.6 per 100 full-time workers, against 3.5 per 100 full-time workers at family physicians' offices (e.g., centers, clinics)nationwide. With its hours, the best estimate leaning on similar sites is 10.1 per 100 full-time workers. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.

What California law requires of the employer

  • Minimum nurse-to-patient ratios: General acute care hospitals must keep licensed nurse-to-patient ratios by unit, for example 1:2 in critical care and 1:5 in medical-surgical units. Cal. Code Regs. tit. 22, § 70217(a) (source: Cal. Code Regs. tit. 22, § 70217(a))

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About the job

Grow Healthy

If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.

Job Overview

The LVN provides direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Physician. The LVN tasks include, but are not limited to, vital signs, data gathering, medication administration, and rendering patient care/treatments.

Minimum Requirements

  • Graduation from an accredited LVN school.
  • Current LVN license issued by the State of California, Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.
  • A minimum of 1 year of experience as an LVN is preferred .
  • A minimum of 1 year of experience working with a frail or elderly population is preferred.
  • Experience and knowledge regarding the physical, mental, and social needs of geriatric patients are preferred.
  • A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.
  • Bilingual Spanish, Mandarin, and Cantonese highly preferred.

LVN FLOAT POSITION

  • Current and valid driver's license and active insurance verification

Compensation

Pay for this job starts at $31.93 hourly

Compensation Disclaimer

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

Benefits & Career Development

  • Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
  • 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Commuter Flexible Spending
  • Career Advancement & Development opportunities
  • Paid Time Off & Holidays
  • Paid CME Days
  • Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Corporate Employee Discounts
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Pet Care Insurance

Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement

AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

From AltaMed Health Services's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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