Adventist Health

Faith-based nonprofit integrated health system

LVN Outpatient - Cardiology

Nursing & Frontline Patient CarePosted on Nov 6

Full-timeVisalia, CA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school education/GED or equivalent is preferred.
A bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience is preferred.
An active Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of practice is required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider certification from an approved vendor per Adventist Health policy is required.
A current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license is required.
Arrhythmia certification is preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor per Adventist Health policy is required.
Associates must receive required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter where applicable; medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Responsibilities

Perform procedures requiring specialized training for general nursing care and related services for assigned patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Medical Doctor (MD), in accordance with established policy.
Participate in planning and providing patient care.
Apply knowledge of asepsis when performing treatments such as sterile dressings, irrigations, and cauterizations.
Provide functional direction to ancillary personnel.
Provide care for assigned patients under the supervision of an RN according to established standards and the nursing process.
Perform admission assessments and ongoing reassessments based on departmental policies and procedures, and assist in developing a prioritized interdisciplinary plan of care for each patient.
Implement and coordinate plans of care using appropriate organizational skills and reporting mechanisms.
Implement individual teaching plans, including patient teaching protocols and discharge plans, based on mutual goal setting and emphasizing patient decision-making.
Perform assigned clinical procedures, including phlebotomy, injections, and drug screens, and administer medications.
Order and restock supplies as assigned according to established par levels, and maintain neatness and cleanliness in assigned areas.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

A high school education/GED or equivalent.
A bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Arrhythmia certification.

Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed hospital and many outpatient clinics with primary and specialty care services. Hanford residents are proud of their city's historic charm and family-friendly atmosphere. Within an hour's travel time, Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks can be enjoyed.

Job Summary:

Performs procedures which require specialized training for general nursing care and related services for assigned patients, under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Medical Doctor (MD), in accordance with established policy. Participates in the planning for and provision of patient care. Uses knowledge of asepsis in performance of treatments, such as sterile dressings, irritations and cauterizations. Provides functional direction to ancillary personnel.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) licensure in the state of practice: Required
Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
Arrhythmia certification: Preferred
Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license: Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications:

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Essential Functions:

Provides care for assigned patients, under the supervision of an Registered Nurse (RN) according to established standard and nursing process.
Performs admission assessments, and ongoing re-assessments based on departmental specific policy and procedures. Assists in the development of a prioritized interdisciplinary plan of care on each patient.
Implements and coordinates plan of care utilizing appropriate organizational skills and reporting mechanisms. Implements individual teaching plans, including patient teaching protocols and discharge plans, based on mutual goal setting and with emphasis on patient decision making.
Performs assigned clinical procedures (i.e. phlebotomy, injections, drug screens, etc.) Administers medications.
Orders/restocks supplies as assigned, according to established par levels. Maintains neatness/cleanliness in assigned areas.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Clinic Address: AHPN Visalia - VMC Cardiology (AHHF) 5400 W. Hillsdale Ave., Visalia, CA 93291

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

Pay Range: The estimated base pay for this position is $30.01 to $41.16. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.

About the Company

Adventist Health

Faith-based nonprofit integrated health system

Adventist Health is a faith-based nonprofit health system with more than 400 sites of care, including 26 acute care hospitals, primarily on the West Coast and in Hawaii. It provides a full range of health services—from primary and specialty care to hospital-based treatments and wellness programs—delivered across an integrated network of clinics, hospitals, and care facilities. Revenue comes from patient services, insurance reimbursements, and government programs, and earnings are reinvested back into communities to improve health outcomes and expand access to care. The organization differentiates itself through its nonprofit, faith-based model and by reinvesting earnings into community health, along with its broad, integrated network that covers preventive, primary, specialty, and acute care. Its goal is to improve health outcomes for the communities it serves and to expand access to high-quality care.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $210K
Headquarters: Roseville, CA
Founded: Not listed

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