Licensed Vocational Nurse

Easterseals Southern California transforms lives every day. For over a century, Easterseals has championed inclusion and independence—delivering essential services like early childhood programs, autism services, employment and independent living support to more than 29,000 people each year. Through advocacy and education, we break barriers and create opportunities for the one-in-four Americans with disabilities.

Starting Pay: Our LVN positions typically pay between $29.33 - $30.00 / Hour, depending upon the location, hours/shift, and level of candidate experience.

OVERVIEW OF POSITION: Under direct supervision, the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Living Options monitors and oversees the general health, medical issues, personal care and well-being of residents living in the residential facility. Delivers nursing care to residents as appropriate within the scope of the program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:

• Delivers nursing care to residents within the scope of the residential program. Examines and evaluates residents who are ill, injured, or whose medical equipment is malfunctioning. Reports findings and safety concerns and makes recommendations to the Residential Administrator and Registered Nurse. Assists with emergency responses within assigned authority.
• Assists in the administration and monitoring of medications, which may include suppositories.
• Provides personal care for residents which may include assistance with eating, personal hygiene, showering, restroom assistance, and preparing for bedtime. Assists and/or prepares meals in compliance with dietary restrictions; assists individuals to eat, including those who may require assistance with G-tube feeding.
• Assists in care and cleaning of residential home, which includes laundering & ironing of residents’ clothing.
• Completes all necessary reports and documentation on a daily basis.
• Evaluates staff training needs within realm of expertise and conducts necessary training.
• Transports individuals to health care appointments and other various locations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• Must possess a valid Licensed Vocational Nurse Certification/Degree.
• Must have and maintain a valid CPR, CPI, and First Aid Certification.
• DSP I and II certifications required upon hire –or- within one year of beginning employment, depending upon contractual requirements of the residential home.

EXPERIENCE:

• At least one year of experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse –or- prior experience working at a residential home.