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LVN II, Orthopedics/Podiatry

Sutter Health • San Jose, CA 95115 • Posted 15 days ago

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In-person • Full-time • $44.76-$53.70/hr • Entry Level

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The Licensed Vocational Nurse II at Sutter Health provides nursing care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or physician, adhering to the legal scope of practice and established standards of care, policies, and procedures. This role involves integrating education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain cooperation from patients, their families, and healthcare providers. The nurse exercises sound judgment and developed clinical skills to implement patient care plans based on diagnoses in a timely manner, supports department functionality by distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, and adheres to all relevant regulations to ensure patient privacy and safety.

Responsibilities

  • Provides nursing care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or physician.
  • Integrates education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills.
  • Exercises sound judgment and developed clinical skills.
  • Implements patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis.
  • Supports the functionality of the department by distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup.
  • Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety.
  • Works independently and as part of a team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.

Qualifications

Required

  • Graduate of an accredited school of Vocational Nursing.
  • LVN-Licensed Vocational Nurse for California.
  • BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider.
  • 1 year recent relevant experience.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of basic nursing skills, various medical procedures, views, and equipment.
  • Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions.
  • Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
  • Possess written and verbal communications skills.
  • Well-developed time management and organizational skills.
  • General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite.

About Sutter Health

Sutter Health is a non-profit healthcare network based in Northern California, offering a wide range of services including hospital care, outpatient care, home health, and urgent care. With a focus on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, Sutter Health has over 50,000 employees and more than 13,000 physicians across its network. The organization has expanded its reach through partnerships with international healthcare providers and subsidiaries like Sutter Care at Home, Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation, and Palo Alto Medical Foundation.

Full Job Description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

**Organization:**

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation CAD

**Position Overview:**

Provides nursing care, under the direct supervision of a registered nurse (RN) or physician, in accordance with the legal scope of practice and within established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Integrates education, technical competence and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers. Exercises sound judgment, and developed clinical skills to implement the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Supports the functionality of the department by distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care.

**Job Description** :

**EDUCATION:**

Other: Graduate of an accredited school of Vocational Nursing.

**CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:**

LVN-Licensed Vocational Nurse for California-based jobs

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

**TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:**

1 year recent relevant experience.

**SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:**

Demonstrated knowledge of basic nursing skills, various medical procedures, views, and equipment.

Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.

Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.

Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline.

General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).

Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.

Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.

Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

**Job Shift:**

Days

**Schedule:**

Full Time

**Shift Hours:**

8

**Days of the Week:**

Monday - Friday

**Weekend Requirements:**

None

**Benefits:**

Yes

**Unions:**

No

**Position Status:**

Non-Exempt

**Weekly Hours:**

40

**Employee Status:**

Regular

**Number of Openings:**

1

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $44.76 to $53.70 / hour

_The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package._ _​_

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state, or federal law, ordinance or regulation. External hires must pass a background check/drug screening. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.