Licensed Vocational Nurse II

About Cardea Health:

Cardea Health is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing compassionate health care to marginalized populations. Our mission is to create and support programs that protect the health and autonomy of vulnerable individuals and promote equity and social justice to improve the well-being of our entire community. We provide medical support to populations that experience homelessness.

At Cardea, we are dedicated to creating a workplace that celebrates diversity and actively seeks to include underrepresented communities. We believe that diversity drives innovation and fosters a more dynamic, inclusive, and productive work environment. We actively encourage individuals from underrepresented backgrounds to apply for our open positions. We value your unique perspectives, experiences, and talents, and we are committed to providing equitable opportunities for growth and advancement. Join us in building a team that reflects the rich diversity of our society and let's make a positive impact together.

Primary Work Location:

Timmys Home is one of several Cardea Health transitional housing programs for medically complex and behaviorally vulnerable unhoused individuals. Cardea Healths transitional housing programs work with a variety of different referring partners across Alameda County. Our transitional housing programs provide supportive services including onsite nurse and caregiver supports, transportation to medical appointments, meals, housing support linkage, and more.

Schedule: Full-Time weekday shift with rotating weekend shifts or Part-Time weekend.

Job Summary:

Cardea Health seeks a highly motivated Licensed Vocational Nurse with a special interest in working with people experiencing homelessness to work as a Respite LVN. The Respite LVN will be the primary point of clinical care at Timmys Home located in Oakland, CA.

The ideal candidate will be invested in Cardea Healths mission of serving marginalized populations with compassion and empathy. Cardea clinical staff need to be flexible, patient, and willing to work in challenging environments with a diverse population. Experience with homeless or incarcerated populations is highly desirable.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide quality care in accordance with Cardea Health policies, procedures, and standards. Ensure that all clients are treated with dignity and respect
• Execute care plans for admitted clients in collaboration with primary and specialty care teams, medical directors, and client
• Provide clients with appropriate information and education to make informed choices related to medical care and treatment that reflects individual preferences
• Maintain communication among clinical team across shifts
• Communicate effectively to partner hospitals, community health clinics, homeless service providers, and other collaborating agencies
• Communicate with referring partners regarding program referrals
• Work with team members to develop creative solutions to meet the needs of individual clients
• Participate in the collection and maintenance of data on program operations for reporting and analytical purposes
• Ensure adherence to infection control standards on site among staff and residents
• Participate in population health interventions among clients that contribute to safety and health including measures designed to stop the spread of Covid-19
• Ensure that clinical documentation is current, timely, and accurate
• Maintain confidentially in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
• Recognize and respond to medical emergencies, follow up with MD communication or 911 activation
• Practice harm reduction principles, including interventions that minimize harmful effects of substance use while treating all residents with dignity and respect
• Other duties and responsibilities as required

Minimum Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Graduate from an accredited vocational nursing program
• Hold current license as Licensed Vocational Nurse through the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians
• Current Basic Life Support Certification

Preferred Skills & Qualifications:

• Two years of experience as a LVN
• Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision
• Detailed oriented and highly organized
• Prior experience with homeless or incarcerated populations is desired
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
• May require evening, holiday, and weekend hours

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent standing, walking, kneeling, stooping, and ascending stairs
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs
• Frequent pushing and pulling
• Frequent reaching high, low, and level

Work Environment:

• In-person onsite

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive Rate of Pay (Hourly Pay range $40-$55)
• Excellent Benefits Package (Health, Dental, Vision, Life & 401K)

Cardea Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Cardea Health is committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability, citizenship or veteran status. We will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the state of California and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities for this role. Activities, duties, or responsibilities may change, or a new job description may be assigned at any time with or without notice.