STATEMENT OF PURPOSE:
Planning and providing patient care to adult patients (ages 18 and over) under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Demonstrates clinical competence in the provision of nursing care specific to adult patients and understands and utilizes the growth/development stages of adults.
EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIRED
**NEW GRADS WELCOME TO APPLY
Experience is an asset. Must have knowledge and skills in techniques of good nursing care and adequate technical vocabulary. Previous Critical Care experience is required. State of California I.V. certification is preferred. Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must maintain a valid BCLS. Must possess speed, consistency and accuracy in tasks, meeting precise tolerances and standards. Ability to demonstrate flexibility in work environment, performing a variety of changing tasks. Strong interpersonal skills sufficient to work closely with others on a team. Be able to sustain concentration and prolonged commitment to tasks. Display a high level of cognitive, interpretive or judgment skills. Ability to influence others, plan, negotiate, direct, control or monitor others’ activities. Strong written and verbal communication skills; must be able to express creativity through writing. Must be able to work alone effectively under stress in certain situations.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Graduate from an accredited program for Vocational Nurses and license in the State of California.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The position requires pushing, pulling, and lifting materials not exceeding 50 pounds. Any workload exceeding 50 pounds will require assistance. Requires grasping, writing, standing, reaching, sitting, lifting, squatting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity. Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with employees, physicians, visitors and patients. Must have the ability to hear warning horns or sirens. Vision occurs continuously with the most common visual functions being those of near and far visions. Requires manual and finger dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Most work tasks are performed indoors. This position requires one to work varying schedules and in varying units to meet the shifting needs of the hospital. Temperature is moderate and controlled by the hospital’s environmental systems. There may be exposure to communicable diseases. There may be exposure to some potentially toxic substances, such as medication and cleaning agents. Frequent contact with employees, physicians, visitors and patients.
**By submitting this job application, I hereby authorize L.A. Downtown Medical Center and its representatives to contact my previous employers listed on my resume or otherwise provided. I understand that this may involve inquiries regarding my job performance, responsibilities, and other relevant information pertaining to my past employment. I consent to the release of such information to L.A. Downtown Medical Center and its representatives for the purpose of evaluating my candidacy for employment. I understand that this authorization remains valid unless revoked by me in writing. I also acknowledge that L.A. Downtown Medical Center will handle any information obtained from previous employers in accordance with applicable privacy laws and its internal policies on data protection.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Physical setting:
Standard shift:
Supplemental schedule:
Weekly schedule:
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Is your license currently under probation with the California Board of Nursing?
- By submitting this job application, I hereby authorize L.A. Downtown Medical Center and its representatives to contact my previous employers listed on my resume or otherwise provided. I understand that this may involve inquiries regarding my job performance, responsibilities, and other relevant information pertaining to my past employment. I consent to the release of such information to L.A. Downtown Medical Center and its representatives for the purpose of evaluating my candidacy for employment. I understand that this authorization remains valid unless revoked by me in writing. I also acknowledge that L.A. Downtown Medical Center will handle any information obtained from previous employers in accordance with applicable privacy laws and its internal policies on data protection.
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- LVN (Required)
Work Location: In person