What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) position at Palomar Health Rehabilitation Institute?

Job Description

Description

A career at Palomar Rehabilitation Institute, a 52-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Palomar Health, is more than a job. It's a chance to be a vital member of an interdisciplinary team caring for people in the San Diego area who need continued care to recover completely. You have specialized skills and our patients in the Escondido, and the surrounding area, need them. If you are enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply!

Our Benefits :

New competitive pay rates
Tuition assistance / reimbursement
Low nurse-to-patient ratios
Expansive benefit package
Supportive leadership and culture
Affordable medical, dental and vision plans provided to meet the needs of full employees and their families
Up to 20 days of PTO for full time employees
6 paid holidays for full time employees
Tuition reimbursement, continuing education opportunities and apprenticeship programs for eligible employees
401(k) retirement plan
Flexible spending and health savings accounts

What you will do in this role :

Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on the age and clinical condition of the patient

Performs patient care considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age; includes geriatric and general inpatient rehabilitation patients

Under the supervision of the R.N., assists with the assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. Identifies and initiates appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventions

Under the supervision of the R.N., performs timely and accurate QI assessments

Carry out the plan of care as indicated by the patient’s needs and response to treatment; evaluates overall plan daily for effectiveness; updates interdisciplinary care plan accordingly based on changes in patient’s condition and individual needs

Interacts professionally with patient / family and involves patient / family in the formation of the plan of care

Demonstrates ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Graduate of accredited licensed practical / vocational nurse program

Current state licensure as Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse

CPR / BCLS certification. ACLS preferred

IV Certified required or obtained within 6 months highly preferred

Minimum six months’ Medical / Surgical experience in an acute care setting preferred

Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

Compensation is from $28 USD - $39USD per hour. We would expect those hired into this job would be paid within this hourly rate, however, certain circumstances may allow us to pay outside of this hourly rate.

Palomar Rehabilitation Institute strives to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs. Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized, intense rehabilitation tailored to the individual needs of those recovering from stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.

Salary : $28 - $39

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