Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

About Us:

Avondale Villa Post-Acute is proud to be a Five-Star, Medicare-certified, Avondale Villa is a 37-bed skilled nursing facility located in the heart of Livermore. It is part of the Villas Post-Acute and Senior Living community, serving local seniors. 

Position Overview:

The Licensed Vocational Nurse is responsible to assist the RN’s in giving patient’s services, organizing, developing and doing the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Service Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and facility policy and procedures and as may be directed by the Administrator, the Medical Director, and/or the Director of Nursing Services, to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. 

• Conducts initial and ongoing assessments of residents' health status.

• Monitors vital signs, administers medications, and observes any changes in condition.

• Notifies the RN or healthcare provider of any significant changes or concerns.

• Administers medications as prescribed by the healthcare provider.

• Ensures accurate dosage, proper route, and timely administration.

• Monitors and records residents' responses to medications.

• Provides basic wound care and other treatments as ordered by the healthcare provider.

• Monitors the healing progress of wounds and reports any complications.

• Works closely with Registered Nurses, Nurse Managers, Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.

• Participates in care planning meetings and contributes to the development of resident care plans.

Qualifications:

• Fresh or newly licensed LVNs are welcome.

• Experienced LVN is preferred.

• Experience in a skilled nursing facility/long-term care/senior care is a plus.

• Valid and active Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of California.

• Must have an active BLS through the American Heart Association.

What We Offer (Full-Time):

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.  

• Additional options like Accident Insurance and Hospitalization plans.  

• Life and AD&D insurance included for full-time employees.  

• 401(k) retirement savings.

• Paid time off: Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Paid orientation and training programs.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.