Job Details

Benefits We Offer:

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage (Multiple Plan Options) - Eligible first of the month after 30 days.

401 (k) Retirement Savings Plan with Discretionary Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Daily Pay

Paid Time Off

Competitive Market Compensation

Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

The Licensed Vocational Nurse's primary role is to provide nursing care for patients who are experiencing common, well-defined health problems.  The LVN functions as a member of the multidisciplinary health care team, and utilizes the nursing process in implementation of patient's care.  Those services are performed under the supervision of a registered nurse but utilize all nursing skills to make safe, appropriate and independent decisions within the scope of the LVN nursing practice.  All duties to be done in accordance with Joint Commission, Federal and State regulations, Oceans' Mission, policies and procedures and Performance Improvement Standards.

Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse in the state of which you are employed at an Oceans Healthcare hospital.  Valid Compact licenses are also acceptable as they apply.  High School Diploma or GED is required.  One year of inpatient hospital experience strongly preferred.

Must be able to work in high stress and assess potential for patient escalation. The LVN/LPN must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, to consistently achieve positive results with internal and external customers, be highly organized, have an understanding and sensitivity to serve culturally diverse and special needs population such as Chronically Mentally Ill, Geriatric, CD, as well as be versed in basic knowledge of normal physical and emotional development.  Exhibits critical thinking abilities and applies them for continuous improvement of patient care.  Demonstrates self-confidence and ability to think conceptually in leading and directing others.  Must successfully complete CPR certification and an Oceans approved behavioral health de-escalation program.

Subject to many interruptions.  Occasional pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries.  This position can be high paced and stressful; must be able to cope mentally and physically to atmosphere.  This person might sometimes experience disagreeable odors, sights and/or unpredictable patient behavior.  Work requires spending approximately 90% or more of the time inside a building that offers protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.