Blythe - Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Blythe, CA

SAC Health empowers our patients and their families to live vibrant and healthy lives through culturally responsive, exceptional care. Patient-centered, whole-person care. Our unique, full scope, team-based approach is what makes SAC Health the provider of choice for patients.

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What We Are Looking For

The LVN is responsible for managing patient flow and relations within designated areas. Performs patient-oriented procedures and tasks within the scope of their education and training. Provides nursing care to patients who present with urgent, emergent, or potential health problems; utilizes knowledge of basic nursing principles, practices, and ethics. Works under the direction of clinician or other licensed personnel. Performs other duties as needed.

Schedule : 5 days per week, 8 hours per day, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00 pm | Location : Blythe Clinic, Blythe CA

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DELIVERABLES

• Utilizes LVN Scope of Practice skills and knowledge to anticipate potential problems using preventative care approach. Formulates alternative solutions using effective problem-solving techniques.
• Utilizes nursing knowledge by reacting quickly, calmly, and professionally in emergent, life-threatening situations according to clinic protocol.
• Directly responsible for completion of nurse visits under direction of provider.
• Assists with directing back-office team on a day-to-day basis, ensuring job tasks are performed in a productive and high quality manner.
• Assists with back-office duties such as vitals, injections, venipuncture, or procedures ensuring appropriate collection, handling, labeling, and processing of specimens.
• Adjusts work pace when performing multiple tasks, maintains patient flow for optimal function and remains in a calm manner in a stressful environment.
• Instructs, schedules, follows up with patients regarding test result, procedures; e.g. labs, imaging ordered by physician. Notifies patient/parent of test results after physician review.
• Evaluates and documents incoming telephone calls, competently evaluates and advises under the direction of the clinician. Follows up on tests results, e.g., labs, imaging, as assigned by providers.
• Participates in quality control functions according to SAC Health Policy and Procedures (expired meds, sterilization criteria, and weekly reports). Responsible for maintaining all back-office logs.
• Responsible for cleanliness and maintenance of all patient care areas, work areas, medical equipment and supplies according to SAC Health Policy and Procedures.
• Assists with orientation of new employees, team huddles and training.
• Other duties as outlined in the official job description.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Graduate of an accredited LVN program required.
• Licensure/Certification: Current, active and unrestricted LVN License required; current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required (must be American Heart Association or Red Cross accredited program). As a requirement of this position, you must receive EPIC certification for the module you have been hired into.
• Experience: Minimum of one (1) year experience as an LVN is preferred.
• Essential Technical/Motor Skills: Must have proficient computer skills including data entry. Must be able to use a variety of office equipment including fax machine, scanner, printer and copier, answering telephones, good digital dexterity, and hand-eye coordination to utilize assessment tools
• Interpersonal Skills: Professional and strong communication skills in difficult situations. Ability to descalate concerns. Telephone etiquette required. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Ability to translate medical information. Effective communication. Team oriented.
• Essential Mental Abilities: Prioritize variety of assignments, follow moderate/complex instructions, proofread documents for content/context accuracy, recognize and appropriately report safety problems or other problem situations.

EEO : SAC Health is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment and is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Full Benefits Package!

Industry Leading PTO Accrual (accrued per pay period) | Sick Leave | Paid Holidays | Paid Jury Duty, Bereavemen t | SAC Health Covers approximately 85% of Team Member health premium costs (may vary w/benefit plan selection) | Retirement - up to 8% employer contribution | Continuing Education and Learning Benefits | Annual Mission Trip and much more!

Learn More About the Work We Do:

SAC Health's Mission: SAC Health's mission is to reflect the healing ministry & love of Jesus Christ through healthcare, education & partnerships that empower our communities to flourish.

SAC Health's Core Values: Quality Healthcare - Teamwork - Wholeness -Integrity - Compassion - Excellence - Humble Service - Respect