Westview Healthcare Center is looking to expand their team! Westview Healthcare Center, a leading skilled nursing facility in Auburn, California, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse) to join our dynamic healthcare team. As an LVN at Westview, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional care to our residents. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and possess the necessary skills and qualifications, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Job Description:

Excellent communication skills and strong customer service for residents. Maintain an acceptable standard of nursing practice and professional decorum. Chart nurses' notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflect the care provided to the resident, as well as the resident's response to the care. Provide resident care including carrying out physican's orders for care, including providing medication and treatment. Perform treatments in a manner that protects the dignity and self-respect of the resident. Accurately observe and assess wounds and pressure sores with prompt notification of physicians of lack of progress in healing or deterioration with the current treatment and or signs/symptoms of infection. Ensure appropriate wound care management services are included in the plan to promote healing which incudes but are not limited special mattresses and nutritional supplements. Assist in preparing and updating care plans for treatment-related issues.  Assist physicians and other healthcare providers when making visits and conducting examinations. Communicate with physicians and other health professionals regarding resident care, treatment and condition. Notify family and attending physicians of significant treatments related issues regarding their residents including: a. Sudden and/or marked adverse changes in skin condition or wounds; b. Any untoward response to as well as unavailability or refusal of any medication or treatment; c. Any treatment error that presents a significant risk; and d. The inability to timely obtain or administer any treatment-related medication, equipment, supplies or services as prescribed which poses a significant risk; Participate in the orientation and on-going training of nursing staff.  Report significant findings or changes in condition and potential concerns to RN Supervisor and /or Director of Nursing (DON). Must be patient, caring and compassionate. Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as requested by Administrator, Director of Nursing or Assistant Director of Nursing.

Required license or certification:

Licensed Vocational Nurse ( LVN )

Benefits:

Competitive pay Healthcare Benefits including Vision & Dental (Full-time only) 401k (Full-time only) Paid Time Off Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities Fun environment and a great staff to work with! To learn more APPLY!!

Pay:

From $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Geriatrics Physical Setting:

Long term care Nursing home Rehabilitation center

License/Certification:

LVN (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Auburn, CA 95602 (Required)

Work Location:

In person