LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE - Full Time
Universal Health Services, Walteria, CA, United States
Responsibilities
LICENSED VOCATION NURSE (LVN) FULL TIME
$3,000 Sign On Bonus
Del Amo Behavioral Health System, a subsidiary of UHS, offers a safe and compassionate environment for individuals seeking hope and healing from emotional, psychiatric and addiction issues.
Del Amo Behavioral Health offers inpatient, outpatient and specialty programs for children, adolescents, adults and seniors. We are committed to providing patients with treatment that supports recovery, with the same quality care across all levels of care.
Learn more and apply by visiting our website: www.delamohospital.com
Benefits include :
Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
Education Assistance up to $5,250.00
SoFi Student Loan Reimbursement Program
Challenging and rewarding work environment
Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries
This position administers nursing care to designated patients under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. Performs a variety of direct and indirect patient care duties including but not limited to:
Assists the Charge/Staff Nurse to organize and deliver patient care, and to supervise staff
Collects data related to the patient's condition and reports it promptly to the Charge/Staff Nurse, including pain assessment, pain scale usage and documentation
Follows safety procedures. Utilizes appropriate observation level for patient: Q15 minute checks, 1:1 monitoring, and/or specific precautions
Provides direction and orients new staff in a welcoming manner. Demonstrates knowledge and adherence to hospital policy and procedures
Self-directed, recognizes what needs to be done and takes action
Uses good judgment and requires minimal supervision, but can confer with the Charge/Staff Nurse or House Supervisor as needed
Provides nursing care within the scope of practice to meet the unique needs of each patient
Assists in the delivery of patient care in an acute psychiatric setting for patients with a wide range of psychiatric and medical conditions
Practices the "5 Rights" of medication administration. Ensures medication consents are obtained and signed prior to administering psychotropic medications
Initiates appropriate infection control interventions and updates the treatment plan when medications are ordered to treat a medical issue
As one of the nation’s largest and most respected hospital companies, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement. Steadily growing from a startup to a Fortune 500 corporation, UHS has been recognized for performance and leadership. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has more than 96,700 employees and operates acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and related services located across the U.S., Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com
Qualifications
Education:
Graduate from an accredited Licensed Vocational Nursing program required.
Credentials:
Current Licensure as a Licensed Vocational Nurse with the State of California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians required.
Experience:
Clinical experience in a psychiatric setting preferred. 1-3 years' experience with military and behavioral health population, preferably in an inpatient setting.
Knowledge/Skills:
Interacts positively with patients on a daily basis
Capable of adapting to varying workloads and assignments
Works well under highly stressful conditions
Makes sound, independent judgments based on scientific and ethical principles
Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members
Uses effective reading, written and verbal communication skills
Utilizes math skills to calculate medication dosages
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and recruit, select, place, promote, and compensate individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Notice
At UHS and its subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters assist prospective candidates by matching skillsets with career opportunities. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information via email. If you suspect a job posting or email is fraudulent, report concerns to appropriate authorities and verify opportunities on legitimate UHS career websites.
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LICENSED VOCATION NURSE (LVN) FULL TIME
$3,000 Sign On Bonus
Del Amo Behavioral Health System, a subsidiary of UHS, offers a safe and compassionate environment for individuals seeking hope and healing from emotional, psychiatric and addiction issues.
Del Amo Behavioral Health offers inpatient, outpatient and specialty programs for children, adolescents, adults and seniors. We are committed to providing patients with treatment that supports recovery, with the same quality care across all levels of care.
Learn more and apply by visiting our website: www.delamohospital.com
Benefits include :
Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
Education Assistance up to $5,250.00
SoFi Student Loan Reimbursement Program
Challenging and rewarding work environment
Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries
This position administers nursing care to designated patients under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. Performs a variety of direct and indirect patient care duties including but not limited to:
Assists the Charge/Staff Nurse to organize and deliver patient care, and to supervise staff
Collects data related to the patient's condition and reports it promptly to the Charge/Staff Nurse, including pain assessment, pain scale usage and documentation
Follows safety procedures. Utilizes appropriate observation level for patient: Q15 minute checks, 1:1 monitoring, and/or specific precautions
Provides direction and orients new staff in a welcoming manner. Demonstrates knowledge and adherence to hospital policy and procedures
Self-directed, recognizes what needs to be done and takes action
Uses good judgment and requires minimal supervision, but can confer with the Charge/Staff Nurse or House Supervisor as needed
Provides nursing care within the scope of practice to meet the unique needs of each patient
Assists in the delivery of patient care in an acute psychiatric setting for patients with a wide range of psychiatric and medical conditions
Practices the "5 Rights" of medication administration. Ensures medication consents are obtained and signed prior to administering psychotropic medications
Initiates appropriate infection control interventions and updates the treatment plan when medications are ordered to treat a medical issue
As one of the nation’s largest and most respected hospital companies, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement. Steadily growing from a startup to a Fortune 500 corporation, UHS has been recognized for performance and leadership. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has more than 96,700 employees and operates acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and related services located across the U.S., Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com
Qualifications
Education:
Graduate from an accredited Licensed Vocational Nursing program required.
Credentials:
Current Licensure as a Licensed Vocational Nurse with the State of California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians required.
Experience:
Clinical experience in a psychiatric setting preferred. 1-3 years' experience with military and behavioral health population, preferably in an inpatient setting.
Knowledge/Skills:
Interacts positively with patients on a daily basis
Capable of adapting to varying workloads and assignments
Works well under highly stressful conditions
Makes sound, independent judgments based on scientific and ethical principles
Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members
Uses effective reading, written and verbal communication skills
Utilizes math skills to calculate medication dosages
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and recruit, select, place, promote, and compensate individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Notice
At UHS and its subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters assist prospective candidates by matching skillsets with career opportunities. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information via email. If you suspect a job posting or email is fraudulent, report concerns to appropriate authorities and verify opportunities on legitimate UHS career websites.
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