A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
Licensed Vocational Nurse or Registered Nurse preferred with current state of California certification. At least two years' experience in a healthcare field, preferably in a skilled nursing facility.
Job Details:
Start Date:
Open Until Filled.
Qualifications:
Licensed Vocational Nurse or Registered Nurse preferred with current state of California certification. At least two years' experience in a healthcare field, preferably in a skilled nursing facility.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Job Summary This position facilitates the appropriate, timely, and safe admission of new and returning patients. This is accomplished through coordination with hospital discharge planners and the in-house care team. This position also provides potential admissions, families, and referral services with facility-related information through facility tours, personal visits, written materials, and verbal communication.
Duties:
Coordinate the admission process with the hospital. Promptly and efficiently responds to admission inquiries from hospitals, families, physicians, and other referral sources. This may include but is not limited to: taking admission phone calls, reviewing clinical and insurance information, giving tours, and managing bed availability. Alerts appropriate department heads and Facility staff of projected census changes including admissions, room changes, and discharges. Attends morning Daily Clinical Meeting to discuss census changes and potential admissions for the day. Maintains a close relationship with the DNS, Rehab Director, and Business Office Manager to maintain appropriate and efficient decisions about prospective admissions. Works closely with the DNS and housekeeping staff to coordinate safe room placement/bed selection for new admissions. Trains and coordinates appropriate staff to complete job duties as needed. Maintains a fundamental knowledge of federal and state regulations as well as reimbursement guidelines (Medicare, Medical, Insurance, etc.). Maintains a database of medical contacts and community resources. Observes resident rights and reports witnessed negligence/abuse to the state, the Facility Executive Director (ED), and the DNS per state regulations. Observe resident confidentiality. Follows the employee handbook rules and regulations as well as departmental and Facility wide policies and procedures. Other duties as assigned by the ED or DNS.
Organizational Expectations:
Provides a positive and professional representation of the organization Promotes culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention Maintains hospital standards for a clean and quiet patient environment to maintain a positive patient care experience Adheres to infection-control policies and protocols Participates in ongoing quality improvement activities Maintains compliance with organization's policies, as well as established practices, protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standards Complies with organizational and regulatory policies for handling confidential patient information Demonstrates excellent customer service through his/her attitude and actions, consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of the organization Adheres to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements
Other Info:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Working between the acute hospital and Oroville Hospital Post-Acute Center. Extensive phone and computer work.
Job Posted:
08/25/2026
Contact Name:
Human Resources Contact Phone:
530.712.2137
Contact Email:
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