Job Summary and Responsibilities The Staff LVN is an experienced practitioner who demonstrates in-depth knowledge of nursing, patient care, and the ability to practice independently within the confines of educational preparation, physician orders, and as assigned and supervised by a registered nurse. • Utilizes the nursing process to provide safe, therapeutic care for patients. Assessment planning in collaboration with RN. • Documentation of the nursing process reflects a proficient level of clinical practice. • Implements an established plan of care, follows frequency, works toward established goals and reports any necessary changes. • Collaborates, cooperates and coordinates with RN Case Manager/supervisor to assure effective, consistent management of clients. Works as a collaborative member of the treatment team and reports any changes in client status to case manager/supervisor in a timely manner. • Documents services rendered and client response. Documentation is complete, accurate, timely, and legible. Job Requirements Required • At least 6 months-1 year of Home Health/Hospice experience, upon hire and • Licensed Vocational Nurse: CA, upon hire • American Heart Association Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire • Driver's License: CA, upon hire and • Auto Insurance, upon hire Preferred • Acute care and skilled nursing facility Where You'll Work Founded in 1873, Dignity Health - Mercy Medical Center is a 186-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Merced, California. Serving over 150,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II NICU, heart care, the Mercy Cancer Center, and a family birth center. Additionally, Merced Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation and is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center. One Community. One Mission. One California