Clinic LVN

Description

CLINIC LVN 

The Center for Elders’ Independence is a PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the elderly) organization that uses an interdisciplinary team approach to care planning and care implementation for the purpose of providing high quality, affordable, integrated health care services to the elderly, and promoting autonomy, quality of life and the ability of individuals to live in their communities.  

The Position: Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN), the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides nursing services to participants at the CEI day center. The LVN communicates effectively with all members of the day center team and other program staff to ensure that the participants are receiving care that is appropriate and follows the provider’s orders and the participants’ plan of care developed by the MDT.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides nursing services to participants as ordered by primary care providers in a timely manner within the scope of the ADHC.
• Administers, monitors and records prescribe medications and treatments, including medications, oxygen, etc. as ordered.
• Coordinates and implements appropriate health-screening programs for participants.
• When assigned, participates in MDT meetings and assists in the development and maintenance of the participant’s plan of care.
• Notifies the providers of any marked changes in participants’ condition, including discovery of any wounds, any acute physical or behavioral changes.
• In conjunction with RN initiates follow-up services and provides care coordination as needed.
• Provides teaching, counseling, and health education to the participants and family members regarding nursing care needs.
• Initiates preventative and rehabilitative nursing procedures as appropriate for the participants’ care and safety.
• Contacts consulting physicians for participants as necessary.
• Responsible for supervision of personal care services provided by center aides and completion of daily personal care flow sheets as delegated.
• In conjunction with RN, it assists with emergency response and arranges emergency services such as emergency transportation.
• Participates in department and agency meetings.
• Completes all required paperwork as assigned.
• Participates in all agencies' quality improvement programs (QI) as assigned.
• Maintains the confidentiality of all company procedures, results, and information about participants or families.
• Follow all CEI Policies and Procedures.
• Complies with all agency training requirements
• Maintains a safe working environment by following CEI’s safety P&P’s.
• Maintains a courteous, helpful, and professional attitude on the job. Displays a willingness and ability to be responsive to all customer groups
• Performs other duties as assigned in a positive and helpful manner.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of a school of professional nursing.
• Have a current California Vocational Nurse License.
• A minimum of one (1) year acute experience, and experience working with the frail or elderly population.
• Excellent telephone /customer services skills
• Exercises initiative and flexibility.
• Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with participants, co-workers, medical staff, and the public.
• Maintains eligibility for licensure by obtaining required continuing education units.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Well organized
• Ability to effectively solve complex issues.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work as a team player in a multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary setting.
• Have a current CPR and First Aid Certification

The above job description is intended to communicate the general function of the mentioned position and by no means shall be considered an exhaustive or complete outline of the specific tasks and functions that will be required.  CEI reserves the right to change job descriptions, site assignments, and or work hours as required by the needs of the program.  All employees are expected to perform their duties within their ability as required by the job and/or as requested by management.

Center for Elders’ Independence is a PACE (Program of All- Inclusive Care for the Elderly) organization that uses an interdisciplinary team approach to care planning and care implementation for the purpose of providing high quality, affordable, integrated health care services to the elderly, including an Adult Day Health Center, and promoting autonomy, quality of life and the ability of individuals to live in their communities. Unlike other healthcare plans, CEI is not a "fee-for-service" plan. It is a “capitation” healthcare plan. CEI is paid a set amount for each person enrolled in our program, whether or not that individual seeks care. We are a growing company that offers stability and continues to thrive.