LVN - Novice Nurse - Novato California

Company: Maxim Healthcare Services
Location: Novato, California
Posted On: 05/12/2024

Salary: $30 - $40 / per hourMaxim Healthcare Services is seeking a Nurse (LVN) in the North Bay area to join our Home Health New Graduate Nursing Program. The Novice Nurse (Within this program, you will be gaining hands-on experience by working 1-on-1 with a patient within the home setting. You will have the opportunity to learn direct patient care, care management, vent/trach/g-tube management, and critical thinking with the 24/7 support of the clinical supervising team. Our goal is to best prepare our Novice Nurses for the nursing field, whether that be in Home Health, Pediatrics, ICU, Case Management, etc.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Re-evaluates patient nursing needs regularlyUtilizes the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluate patient/client care and/or contracted servicesInitiates the plan of care when directed and requests from prescriber necessary revisions as patient status and needs changeIncorporates therapeutic, preventive, and rehabilitative nursing actions based on nursing diagnosis and established goalsAssures patient safety at all timesIntervenes as applicable to changes in condition and reports such changes to appropriate supervisor and/or physicianAdministers medications and treatments as prescribed, as well as, monitors and documents effectiveness of interventionMonitors the safety and effectiveness of the environment and equipment including universal precautionsReviews plan of care, program protocols and identifies areas for healthcare teaching/education, care coordination, goal setting and discharge planning needs as applicableDocuments all physician collaboration/coordination of care in the medical record and communicates this information as neededSupports professional practice by observing the following;Nurse Practice ActStandards of Nursing PracticeStandards of Patient CareStandards of Accrediting Body (ACHC, Joint Commission, etc.)State and Local LawsPatient Bill of RightsMaxim Healthcare, Nursing, and Clients PoliciesAdheres to Maxim policy and procedure and applicable protocolsAttends case conferences, team meetings, education in-services as requiredPerforms other duties as assignedMinimum Requirements:Graduate of an accredited school of nursingLicense RequiredA minimum GPA requirement is expected. Authorization from Area or Regional clinical leadership should be considered when hiring an applicant who does not meet a 3.0 GPA thresholdComplies with accepted professional standards and practiceCurrent BLSPPD or chest X ray if applicableSuccessful completion of Maxim Homecare Novice Nurse Program orientation and trainingBenefitsAt Maxim Healthcare Group, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:Competitive pay & weekly paychecksHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) savings planAwards and recognition programs*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.**CO Specific Benefits: Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical), Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account , 401(k), 401(k) Company Match, Profit Sharing, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Primary Caregiver Leave, Parental Leave, Life and Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Home and Auto Insurance, Pet Insurance, Transportation Benefits, CommonBond, Educational Assistance Program, College Partnership Program, Paid Time Off/Company HolidaysAbout Maxim Healthcare GroupMaxim Healthcare Group has making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxims commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.Maxim Healthcare Group is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity EmployerBenefitsAt Maxim Healthcare Services, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:Competitive pay & weekly paychecksHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) savings planAwards and recognition programsAbout Maxim Healthcare ServicesMaxim Healthcare Services has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.Maxim Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.by Jobble More...

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