licensed practical nurse

licensed practical nurse Baldwin Park, CA

Kaiser Permanente
Full Time Baldwin Park, CA 79283 - 50938 USD ANNUAL Today
Job description

licensed

To optimize your experience applying to a job at Kaiser Permanente we have created a unique and easy all-inclusive process to apply for open career opportunities in this specific specialty relevant to your work experience and interests. This is for the Baldwin Park area locations and represents multiple positions.


So, what is next?


  • You apply to this single posting, which represents an array of schedules for Part Time and Full Time. If you are interested in other locations, please search for those unique postings on our careers site separately.

  • Allow our Talent Team to find a suitable job match to what you are looking for.

  • Our talent team will coach you through every step of the hiring process.

  • See what it’s all about, submit your interest today!!


This is a temporary position for approximately three (3) months


Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician provides nursing care in accordance with the legal scope of practice and within established standards of care, policies and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Mission, Vision and Strategic Plan of the organization. Demonstrates quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice and treats coworkers, patients, families and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect.

Essential Functions:
  • Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities & applicable state, federal & local laws.
  • Performs patient care functions, within the scope of competency, considering age related needs of the patient as prescribed by physician/health care professional's) following established protocols, policies and procedures.
  • Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams.
  • Assess & monitor patients' condition & notify physician/health care professional for disposition.
  • Prepare & administer medications as directed by physician order following established protocols.
  • Maintain equipment & supplies.
  • Identify & arrange for equipment needing repair.
  • Apply principles of aseptic technique & infection control as directed by the Infection Control Manual.
  • Monitor patient flow & assign/direct other ancillary personnel as needed.
  • Provide medical information & education to patients, following established protocols & guidelines.
  • Document pertinent patient information, assessment & nursing procedures following established protocols.
  • Maintain patient confidentiality.
  • Perform other duties as directed.
  • Patient/Care Procedures: Explain purpose & process of examinations, tests & medical procedures to patients, following established guidelines.
  • Instruct patients on general health & basic self care procedures.
  • Review, explain & clarify physician orders with patient.
  • Instruct patient in use of home equipment.
  • Administer patient first aid.
  • Apply basic orthopedic devices, as ordered by physician.
  • Apply & remove dressings.
  • Execute treatments such as urinary catheterization, bladder irrigations, suction procedures & throat irrigations.
  • Follow standard infection control procedures.
  • Administer enemas.
  • Initiate emergency procedures (including basic CPR) & provide emergency patient treatments.
  • Lift patients.
  • Monitor patient vital signs.
  • Monitor patients for bleeding.
  • Observe machine monitors.
  • Administer inhalation therapy.
  • Participate in development of nursing care plans.
  • Perform surgical preps.
  • Prepare & position patients for procedures.
  • Prepare patients for physical examinations.
  • Provide therapeutic care as ordered by physician.
  • Rinse & clean instruments & equipment.
  • Sterilize instruments & equipment.
  • Arrange for equipment repair & maintenance.
  • Sterilize instruments & equipment.
  • Arrange for equipment repair & maintenance.
  • Maintain clean work area.
  • Monitor supply of oxygen & gas tanks.
  • Complete laboratory, radiology requisitions & specialized test forms.
  • Notify appropriate personnel of abnormal lab test results.
  • Answer member inquires.
  • Observe patient condition for reactions during & after procedures.
  • Remove sutures following established protocols.
  • Respond to Code Blues.
  • Take & record patient vital signs, height, weight, etc.
  • Obtain specimens from patients (urine, stool, etc.).
  • Perform venipuncture & finger sticks to obtain blood samples.
  • Prepare specimens & specimens for lab analysis.
  • This job description is not all encompassing.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience
  • Zero (0) to one (1) year LVN experience.
Education
  • N/A.
Licenses, Certifications, Registrations
  • Current California Licensed Vocational Nurse.

  • Current Basic Life Support card.


Additional Requirements:

  • N/A.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • N/A.

PrimaryLocation : California,Baldwin Park,Baldwin Park Hospital
HoursPerWeek : 0
Shift : Day
Workdays : Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri,Sat
WorkingHoursStart : Variable
WorkingHoursEnd : Variable
Job Schedule : Full-time
Job Type : Standard
Employee Status : Temporary
Employee Group/Union Affiliation : B01|SEIU|Local 399
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Job Category : Nursing Licensed & Nurse Practitioners
Department : Baldwin Park MOB - Primary Care-Flu Immuno - 0806
Travel : Yes, 50 % of the Time
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

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About Kaiser Permanente

CEO: Gregory Adams
Revenue: $10+ billion (USD)
Size: 10000+ Employees
Type: Nonprofit Organization
Website: http://www.kaiserpermanentejobs.org
Year Founded: 1945

licensed practical nurse
Kaiser Permanente

http://www.kaiserpermanentejobs.org
Oakland, CA
Gregory Adams
$10+ billion (USD)
10000+ Employees
Nonprofit Organization
Health Care Services & Hospitals
1945
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