Licensed Vocational Nurse
2 weeks ago
The anticipated salary range for this role is $ to $. This range includes a 6% premium pay (base = $-$ plus 6%). This represents only a segment of the overall compensation package for this position. Additional financial incentives may be available through differentials, bonuses, and other incentives. Furthermore, this role may qualify for participation and contributions to the Kern County Employees' Retirement Plan.
Role Overview:
Under general supervision, the individual will deliver patient care as assigned within a hospital setting.
Key Distinctions:
The Vocational Nurse I role is differentiated from the Vocational Nurse II role by the latter's completion of a nursing board-approved course that certifies the individual to initiate peripheral intravenous infusions. Vocational Nurse II's assigned to specialized areas such as Psychiatric or Correctional Nursing must possess one (1) year of relevant experience in a specific specialty, such as inpatient acute psychiatry or correctional medicine, in lieu of the intravenous infusion certification.
Advancements within this classification are considered based on merit, contingent upon recommendations from the Department Head and approval from the Director of Personnel.
Core Responsibilities:
Engages in advanced patient care activities, utilizing extensive knowledge of techniques, methods, procedures, and equipment to support registered nurses and medical staff in patient treatment; demonstrates proficiency in the nursing process; provides general nursing care across various departments; operates mechanical lifts for patient mobility; performs minor dressing changes, cauterizations, deep tracheal suctioning, tracheotomy care, bathing, colostomy care, and traction management; monitors and records vital signs; observes and documents unusual conditions or behaviors; contributes to the development of nursing care plans; maintains accurate records reflecting patient status, medications, and treatments; prepares patients for examinations and procedures; administers prescribed special diets and treatments; dispenses medications if certified; assists staff with dressing changes; and demonstrates clinical knowledge and skills in caring for patients across all age groups, from newborns to geriatric patients over 100 years old.
Additional Duties:
- Performs other job-related responsibilities as required.
Must possess a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card at the time of hire. As a condition of continued employment, the employee must maintain RQI Provider certification and competency.
Depending on the assignment, incumbents may be required to hold and maintain specific competency certificates as a condition of employment.
Educational Background: Completion of a basic pre-service Vocational Nurse curriculum accredited by the California Board of Vocational Nurse and Psychiatric Technician Examiners, or completion of an educational program leading to an Associate or Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing. License: Must possess a current valid license as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California, or a temporary license, or an interim permit to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California. Vocational Nurse II is required to be State certified to initiate intravenous infusions. Probationary employees with a temporary license or interim permit must obtain their California Vocational Nurse license within their 6-month probationary period or face termination.
Physical Demands:
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; ability to sit, bend, squat, kneel, and/or twist; ability to push and pull heavy and bulky objects; ability to perform tasks requiring simple grasping and fine finger manipulation; ability to reach and manipulate objects above shoulder height; ability to lift and carry unassisted objects weighing up to 70 lbs. (generally carried distances up to 100 feet); ability to assist with lifting and carrying objects exceeding 100 lbs.; good visual and auditory acuity; ability to work in environments with prolonged exposure to noise, injury, disease, and death.
Depending on the assignment, applicants may be required to undergo an extensive background check and fingerprinting. Felony convictions will disqualify candidates, while misdemeanors and traffic offenses will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
A valid California Class "C" Driver's License is required at the time of appointment.
Knowledge and Skills:
Familiarity with a variety of techniques, methods, procedures, and equipment utilized in patient care.
Abilities:
Ability to apply various techniques, methods, procedures, and equipment in patient care; maintain effective relationships with registered nurses and medical staff; follow given instructions; work shifts as necessary; and respond competently in emergency situations.
Supplemental Information:
A background check may be required for this classification. All Kern Medical employees are designated as "Disaster Service Workers". In the event of a disaster or civil disorder, all employees are expected to remain at work or report to work safely and practicably.
If the responsibilities of the position necessitate driving a personal vehicle, possession of a current valid California Driver's License and adherence to the Kern County Hospital Authority Vehicle Use and Driving Standard Policy (ENG-EC-119) is required.
If the position requires driving a vehicle owned, leased, or rented by Kern Medical, possession of a current valid California Driver's License, a signed authorization for Release of Drivers Record Information, and adherence to the Kern County Hospital Authority Vehicle Use and Driving Standard Policy (ENG-EC-119) is required.
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