What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) position at East Valley Community Health Center, Inc?
Founded in 1970, East Valley Community Health Center is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) who's services include providing personalized, affordable, high-quality medical, dental, vision and behavioral health care through a community-based network within the East San Gabriel Valley and Pomona Communities. Our staff practices patient-centered care by serving each patient with a personalized care plan that meets their individual needs. Our patients have access to support services that include, nutrition, health education, case management, pharmacy, lab, and x-ray at our health center locations. East Valley serves the health care needs of uninsured and underserved individuals and families throughout our 8 health center locations.
Our mission is to provide access to excellent health care while engaging and empowering our patients, employees, and partners to improve their well-being and the health of our communities.
Under the direct supervision of the Nursing Supervisor and in consultation with the Medical Director, the Licensed Vocational Nurse provides professional standard outpatient nursing services. He/she provides backup for the Registered Nurse and Medical Assistants as deemed necessary by the Supervising Nurse.
Major Position Responsibilities and Functions:
- Performs nursing duties for assigned care team(s) to include wound care; immunizations; referrals to other providers and community health resources; and health instruction to patients.
- Performs medication reconciliation and administers medication and treatment as prescribed through written Provider orders.
- Maintains up-to-date Emergency Kits and Oxygen tanks.
- Completes forms in compliance with health plan standards.
Position Requirements and Qualifications:
- Current, valid California Licensed Vocational Nurse
- Valid Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Card (CPR) BLS
- Minimum 1 year experience as LVN, in an outpatient clinic preferred
- Bilingual in English and Spanish and bicultural.
- High School diploma or equivalent.
East Valley offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits to include: medical, dental, vision, and 403b retirement plan. We match the first 6%of employee contributions, and full vesting starts immediately. You will also enjoy work-life balance with paid time off and paid holidays throughout the year.
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EOE is the Law. It is the stated policy of EVCHC to conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.
