The Plus Group is in search of a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to work in a well-known healthcare hospital based in Oakland, CA. This is a full-time opportunity, contracted role, possible temp to hire position. The schedule is Monday through Friday 8am to 5:00pm.

PATIENT CARE: Provide age-appropriate assessment and interventions in order to meet the needs of patients and families served.

PATIENT CARE SUPPORT DUTIES:

· Ability to empathize with vulnerable populations and underserved patients.

· LVN assists medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedure and/or diagnostic exams.

· LVN collects information, maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided, objective data (e.g. vital signs), subjective information (e.g. patient history) to ensure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team, to ensure quality care.

· LVN monitors patient flow and assign/direct other ancillary personnel as needed. May supervise a small group medical assistants. In the absence of a Registered Nurse, may have responsibility for a shift in the clinic, under a licensed physician or podiatrist.

· LVN performs patient care functions, within the scope of competency, considering age related needs of the patient as prescribed by physician/health care professional(s) following established protocols, policies and procedures.

· Performs point of care testing and draws blood samples from patients.

· Performs routine care and cleaning of patient care equipment.

· Prepares and administers medications. Determine immunizations needed and give injections.

· Prepares and administers treatments under the supervision of a physician or registered nurse; observes and reports any deviation in patient’s condition from the normal to a physician or registered nurse.

· Reviews patient record to note condition of patients and treatments; medications, history and procedures ordered by physicians.

Qualifications Education:

Graduate of an accredited LVN program.

Minimum Experience: Graduate from a school of vocational nursing within the last twelve months prior to hire date, or have had recent vocational nursing refresher courses, or have had recent related experience in an acute/outpatient setting (a combination of education and experience acceptable).

Required Licenses/Certifications: BLS - Basic Life Support Certification issued by the American Heart Association.

Required Licenses/Certifications: Valid license to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in the State of California.

Rates/Benefits:
- $35.00 - $37.00
- Medical benefits after 60 days
- Sick time pay after 90 days
- Weekly pay

Expected hours: 40 per week