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Adventist Health Sonora has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1900. We are comprised of a 72-bed hospital, 30 medical offices, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Tuolumne and Calaveras counties and the surrounding areas. Sonora is known for its friendly hometown charm, vast outdoor experiences and lively downtown.
The allure of Sonora's close-knit community is complimented by its proximity to Yosemite National Park, as well as just a quick drive to Lake Tahoe.
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
Education and Work
High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education/related
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
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.
Organizational
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.
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Full-time regular · Day Shift
About the role
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.