LVN, Home Health in Saratoga, CA

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: SCAH-Sutter Care at Home - Bay Position Overview: Primary coverage area Mountain View, Palo Alto, Stanford, Los Altos. Provides nursing care, under the direct supervision of a registered nurse (RN) or physician, in accordance with the legal scope of practice and within established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Integrates education, technical competence and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers. Exercises sound judgment, and developed clinical skills to implement the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Supports the functionality of the department by distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care. Job Description: EDUCATION: • Other: Graduate of an accredited school of Vocational Nursing. CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE: • LVN-Licensed Vocational Nurse • BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider • Blood draw certificate within 30 days • DL-Valid Drivers License • AUTO-Automobile Insurance TYPICAL EXPERIENCE: • 1 year recent relevant experience. SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: • Demonstrated knowledge of basic nursing skills, various medical procedures, views, and equipment. • Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. • Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology. • Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people. • Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline. • General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook). • Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines. • Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions. • Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options. • Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives. Job Shift: Days Schedule: Full Time Shift Hours: 8 Days of the Week: Monday - Friday, Variable Weekend Requirements: Rotating Weekends Benefits: Yes Unions: No Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Status: Regular Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines. Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $38.22 to $49.69 / hour The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.