Float LVN
Woodland, California
Posted Sep 9
What the listing says
Role
- Term
- Permanent
- Accepts
- LVN
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
The median for nursing in California is $49/hr, across 1921 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), you will provide vital direct patient care, significantly contributing to patient well-being and recovery as an integral part of our compassionate healthcare team.
Every day, you will assess patient conditions, administer medications, perform prescribed treatments, and meticulously document care. You will collaborate with RNs and physicians to implement individualized care plans, ensuring a seamless and high-quality patient experience.
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate exceptional clinical skills, a strong commitment to patient safety, and excellent communication. Your compassionate demeanor, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment are essential.
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This is a SEIU-UHW represented position.
Observes patients physical, psychosocial, and cultural needs considering diagnosis, age, care setting, desire for care, and response to care plan Assists RN with planning, collaborating with other members of the healthcare team Delivers competent care as required by patient, plan of care, and care setting, collaborating with other members of the healthcare team Observes patient's responses to care Provides interactive patient/family education Communicates effectively with all members of the healthcare team Job Requirements
Required
Satisfactory completion of a formal Licensed Vocational Nurse program pursuant to the Division of Allied Health Professions or military training that is equivalent to an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse program (Determination made by Dignity Health Medical Foundation H. R. department in conjunction with the State Division) of Allied Health Professions.) Appropriate nursing practice/experience Current and valid Licensed Vocational Nurse: CA license (LVN:CA) Basic Life Support - CPR (BLS-CPR) certification from the American Heart Association Has the ability to read, speak, and write English in order to perform duties of the position
Ability to
Work as team member to meet team goals and objectives Work effectively under multiple demands and adjust priorities as circumstances require to meet nursing/staffing needs of the department Maintain a high degree of accuracy and precision on a consistent basis in the performance of nursing procedures Treat co-workers, physicians, patients/families, visitors, and the public with dignity and respect Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all hospital staff. maintain patient confidentiality Work flexible schedule and be willing to work additional hours if needed for the provision of quality patient care Where You'll Work
Dignity Health Medical Foundation established in 1993, is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation with care centers throughout California. Dignity Health Medical Foundation is an affiliate of Dignity Health - one of the largest health systems in the nation - with hospitals and care centers in California , Arizona and Nevada. Today Dignity Health Medical Foundation works hand-in-hand with physicians and providers throughout California to provide comprehensive health care services to the many communities we serve.
As Dignity Health Medical Foundation continues to grow and establish new premier care centers we provide increasing support and investment in the latest technologies finest physicians and state-of-the-art medical facilities. We strive to create purposeful work settings where staff can provide great care while advancing in knowledge and experience through challenging work assignments and stimulating relationships. Our staff is well-trained and highly skilled qualities that are vital to maintaining excellence in care and service.
One Community. One Mission. One California
Pay Range $37.00 - $41.72 /hour
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Requirements
- Required
- Satisfactory completion of a formal Licensed Vocational Nurse program pursuant to the Division of Allied Health Professions or military training that is equivalent to an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse program (Determination made by Dignity Health Medical Foundation H. R. department in conjunction with the State Division) of Allied Health Professions.)
- Appropriate nursing practice/experience
- Current and valid Licensed Vocational Nurse: CA license (LVN:CA)
- Basic Life Support - CPR (BLS-CPR) certification from the American Heart Association
- Has the ability to read, speak, and write English in order to perform duties of the position
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
Place
- City
- Woodland, California
- State price level
- 11% above the national average
California index 110.7, where 100 is the national average.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities.
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CommonSpirit Health is a large, faith-based nonprofit healthcare system formed in 2019 through the merger of Dignity Health and Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI). Headquartered in Chicago with a significant operational presence in Los Angeles, CA, the system operates 2,200+ care…
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