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SalaryThe Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) is a member of the interdisciplinary health care team that functions in order to meet the objectives of the ChapCare program. The LVN, working under the supervision of physicians, registered nurse(s), or other licensed providers, is responsible for supporting clinical care for patients. Provides and implements patient care utilizing all aspects of the nursing process:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prioritizes implements, organizes and documents nursing activities according to needs of individual patient.
- Manages on-site dispensary including medications ordering, stocking, inventory tracking, record keeping, and pulling medications under supervision of licensed personnel able to dispense medications.
- Records accurately and legibly all data in the medical record or other logs developed for that purpose.
- Performs nursing services in a knowledgeable, skillful and consistent manner as ordered by provider.
- Assists patient in development of goals for physical, emotional, and teaching needs; provides health education as directed by provider.
- Makes referrals to outside specialty and supportive services as directed by the patient medical provider.
- Monitors outcome of patient care by participating in quality improvement programs.
- Annually reviews/updates core competencies for medical assistants and contributes to performance evaluations of nursing staff.
- Identifies and report barriers to department effectiveness and suggests effective problem solving methods.
- Uses interpersonal communication skills to resolve conflicts or unusual situations.
- Fosters positive interpersonal relationships with other staff members. Practices effective teamwork.
- Utilizes time and supplies efficiently.
- Maintains confidential information regarding patient and work related matters.
Qualifications:
- California license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. Bilingual in English/Spanish required.
- Must have valid California Driver’s License
- Ability to communicate with patients and staff in a clear manner.
- Familiarity with computers and basic word processing and database software.
- Use of medical equipment that supports patient services.
- Prior experience required
- Three years medical experience providing direct patient care in a clinic setting.
About Community Health Alliance of Pasadena:
ChapCare is a network of HRSA-funded community health centers that has provided medical services to countless under-insured and uninsured residents of the San Gabriel Valley for over 22 years. ChapCare provides comprehensive primary healthcare services including medical, dental, and behavioral health services to almost 16,500 patients per year. The organization utilizes state of the art equipment such as Electronic Health Records to ensure that our patients receive the highest quality of care. ChapCare has grown substantially over the last few years to meet the increasing need for services in the San Gabriel Valley. New health center locations are now open in South El Monte, El Monte, and Monrovia. ChapCare also offers free health insurance enrollment assistance through a Covered California Navigator Grant. Our Certified Enrollment Counselors assist community members enroll in health insurance plans available under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) at select health centers in Pasadena, El Monte, and Monrovia. During the COVID-19 Pandemic, ChapCare has answered the call as a public health resource for our community. Many of our healthcare services can now be delivered through telehealth options such as telephone visits. In addition, ChapCare offers COVID-19 testing options for its patients and the community. ChapCare also regularly sanitizes its facilities following all safety guidelines set forth by CDC, state, and local health officials.
