Licensed Vocational Nurse - Santa Rosa

LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE - Santa Rosa

Job Title : Licensed Vocational Nurse
Hourly Rate :$32.00 - $38.00 DOE
Shifts Needed : AM, PM, NOC
Job Status : Full time / Part time
Work Locations : Santa Rosa, CA

Redwood Family Care Network

is an innovative leader in delivering person-centered home and community-based services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our Mission is to provide World Class person-centered services, supports and advocacy for individuals in positive and life-enriching environments.

Redwood Family Care Network takes a ZERO tolerance stance on abuse and neglect. Any allegations will be reported to the proper authorities. We are committed to the Health and Safety of the individuals we support. Our employees share a passion for making a positive impact in the lives of others. We are looking for individuals who share our Mission, Vision, and Core Values.

All applicants are subject to a background check. Once a conditional offer is made and a background check has been completed, if Redwood Family Care Network is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, we reserve the right to withdraw the offer of employment.

Benefits: Full-Time
Comprehensive benefits options, including medical, dental, vision, life, STD, LTD, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident insurance.
HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA
EAP (Employee assistance program)
Employee discount program
PTO (Paid time off)
Dayforce Wallet Daily Pay
Pre-Tax 401(k)
After-Tax Roth
Tuition discount through Capella University
Benefits: Part-Time

Sick Time

JOB SUMMARY:
The LVN is responsible to assist the with the coordination of the home so that the residents' health and safety needs are met. The Lead assists to maintain compliance under the California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 17 and Title 22 as well as the Lanterman Act (Welfare and Institutions Code). The LVN is
expected to ensure residents maximize independence.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

Administer medications to individuals and follow the five rights for verification purposes
Attend residents' doctor appointments and address any concerns and changes with the attending physician
Assist individuals with activities of daily living such as bathing, cleaning, preparing meals, grooming, cooking, cleaning etc.
Assess residents' and participants' wounds, help with dressing change and breathing treatments, as needed
Audit all medications during a new medication cycle and check the five rights for verification
Perform g-tube insertions for feeding to individuals
Perform colostomy care to individuals
Perform intramuscular injections
Perform diabetes insulin medication injection to individuals
Evaluate residents' and participants' level of consciousness, neurological factors, and whether they are responsive and oriented post seizure and/or any traumatic episodes
Redirect in the event of a behavioral episode and continue to support and listen to individual's needs
Complete and update client notes system on a daily basis. Observe and report any unusual behaviors and injuries so both Behavior Consultant and Administrator are fully informed
Assess and identify sign and symptoms of infections (early and late signs)
Perform basic physical review such as checking for vital signs, (understanding normal and abnormal measures) and head to toe assessments
Participate in community outing events with the individuals such as hiking, going to the beach, and other leisure activities
Performs other related duties and assignments as required
REQUIREMENTS:

1 Year Experience supporting adults with developmental disabilities
Licensed Vocational Nurse License (Required)
Must have First Aid / CPR and CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention)
Must be at least 21 years of age
Must have a California Driver's License
Candidate must successfully pass all pre-employment requirements, including but not limited to a background check.
Shift availability:

AM, PM, NOC
Work Location:

One location

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