Licensed Vocational Nurse Lead, Pediatric Urgent Care
Elk Grove, California, United States of America
- Eligibility
- LVNVocational Nursing
Posted Sep 11
What the listing says
Role
- Term
- Permanent
- Accepts
- LVN
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
About this role
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organizes and coordinates the overall workflow, including staffing and work assignments of Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN), assistants and interns. Provides nursing care, under the direct supervision of a registered nurse (RN) or physician, in accordance with the legal scope of practice and within established standards of care, policies, and procedures.
Integrates education, technical competence and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers. Exercises sound judgment, and developed clinical skills to implement the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Supports the functionality of the department by distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed.
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Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care. May also be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or may help orient other staff to the department.
Education
- Other: Graduate of an accredited school of Vocational Nursing. Certification &
Licensure
- LVN-Licensed Vocational Nurse - BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - IV Certification preferred Typical
Experience
- 4 years recent relevant experience Skills and Knowledge: - Demonstrated knowledge of nursing skills, various medical procedures, views, and equipment. - Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. - Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology. - Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people. - Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline. - General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook). - Prioritize and delegate assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve department objectives and meet deadlines. - Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions. - Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options. - Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives. Travel: - Travel required as needed between Elk Grove and Sacramento locaions. Job Shift: Day/Evening
Schedule
Full Time Shift Hours: 8-12 Days of the Week: Variable Weekend
Requirements
Saturday, Sunday Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Status: Regular Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines. Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $41.13 to $57.57 / hour.
The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program.
Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
Sourced from Sutter Medical Foundation’s careers page.
Requirements
- Saturday, Sunday Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Status: Regular Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines. Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $41.13 to $57.57 / hour. The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
Benefits
- comprehensive benefits package
Place
- City
- Elk Grove, California, United States of America
How this role fits you
About the employer
On your path
Pediatrics is open from year one. Children's hospitals run their own new grad residencies.
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