LVN

Lancaster, CA

Full time – Temp to hire

Per Diem Shifts – 7am to 7pm & 7pm to 7am

$40hr to start

A family owned Health facility Specializing in Post-Surgery Recovery, IV Infusion Therapy, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Post-Trauma Recovery, Wound Care and Infectious Disease Treatment is seeking skilled LVNs to join their team in Lancaster.

Summary: Seeking a strong Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) who provides basic care to the patients.  For this job, it is essential for a candidate to complete a formal vocational nursing program, thus, it takes about 1 or 2 years to become an LVN.  Qualities that a licensed vocational nurse must possess are excellent communication skills, compassion for the patients and their families, good interpersonal skills, flexible working, quick decision-making, problem-solving skills, etc. 

Responsibilities:

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
• Monitor patients' vital signs and report any changes to the nursing staff.
• Assist with procedures such as phlebotomy, gastric lavage, spinal taps, and pain management techniques.
• Provide care for patients with infectious diseases, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
• Support senior care initiatives by offering compassionate assistance with daily living activities.
• Document patient information accurately and maintain confidentiality in compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Educate patients and their families on health management practices and post-care instructions.
• Participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance nursing skills.

Qualifications:

• Three years’ experience as an LVN.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have completed an LVN program.
• Superb written and verbal communication skills.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Strong time-management skills and the ability to organize and coordinate multiple projects at once. 
• Strong self-starter and able to work independently.