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Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation
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What they do
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.
$66,078 / year median in California
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Responsibilities As a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), you will: Collaborate with RNs regarding patients medications, physical status, psychological well being and Plan of Care. Implement and monitor patients detoxification protocols. Administer medications according to physician orders and safe medication administration practices. Provide patient education regarding medications and treatments. Communicate patients concerns, outcomes, needs and status to the nursing team. Demonstrate ability to use various forms of therapeutic communication when interacting with patients. Demonstrate the ability to work as a productive member of the nursing team. Demonstrate knowledge of the Twelve Step Program. Qualifications Required Vocational or technical training One year experience in acute care setting Must be 18 years of age or older Current CPR/AED certification CA LVN license and current registration Minimum 2 years Freedom from Chemical Dependency Overview The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is the largest nonprofit addiction recovery organization in the United States. It is also one of the most mission-driven places you will find. The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation team is passionate about providing hope and ultimately healing. As a living, growing and evolving institution, the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is - at our core- a people-powered organization. Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is comprised of 1600+ employees, seventeen treatment sites and produces $190 million dollars in annual revenue. This exemplary organization serves nearly 25,000 people annually and is committed to provide hope and healing for those experiencing addiction to alcohol and other drugs. What makes this organization unique is its total ecosystem approach to prevention, education, research, advocacy and treatment. All of the parts of the organization work together to inform, develop and deliver evidence- based practices that help people reclaim their futures and restore their hope. Being "a best place to work" is a strategic goal of Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation and it's a goal that every employee plays an active role in helping to achieve. Our culture is a reflection of how encouraged and energized we each feel about contributing our ideas and performing to our greatest ability. Join us and do meaningful work. We deeply value our employees. Working at Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation includes a comprehensive benefits package, including: Competitive Health, Dental and Vision Plans Retirement savings plan with employer match Paid time-off Tuition reimbursement The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our colleagues is critical to our success as a force of healing and hope for individuals, families and communities affected by addiction to alcohol and other drugs; and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Salary new (max and min) USD $30.18 - USD $42.60 /Hr.