LVN I Clinic

Welcome to Mark Twain Medical Center, nestled in the breathtaking Sierra foothills, the heart of a vibrant and welcoming community!

Founded in 1951, we're more than just a 25-bed critical access hospital; we're a lifeline. As the only hospital in the county, we're committed to providing exceptional, comprehensive care to our surrounding communities. From the moment you step through our doors, you'll feel the warmth and dedication that defines our culture.

• A Broad Spectrum of Care: We offer a full range of inpatient acute care, outpatient services, and 24/7 emergency services, ensuring our community has access to the medical attention they need, when they need it most.
• Specialty Care Centers & Community Medical Centers: We extend our reach beyond the main hospital, bringing specialized expertise and convenient access to care directly to our community through our hospital and network of Specialty Care Centers.
• Collaborative Medical Staff: Our diverse and highly skilled medical staff represents a broad range of specialties, fostering a collaborative environment where knowledge is shared and innovation thrives. You'll be surrounded by experienced professionals dedicated to providing the highest quality medical care.
• A Life Beyond the Hospital: Imagine spending your weekends exploring the stunning natural beauty of the Sierra foothills, enjoying the peace and tranquility of a close-knit community, and raising a family in an area known for its great schools. At Mark Twain Medical Center, you'll find the perfect balance between a fulfilling career and a rewarding personal life.

One Community. One Mission. One California 

Is responsible for, and performs those duties consistent with the recognized scope of practice for Licensed Vocational Nursing. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of the Organization. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values. The employee shall support the Organization's strategic plan and the goals and direction of the Performance Improvement Plan (PIP).

We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft
• Adoption Assistance
• Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits for children and/or dependent adults
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
• Retirement Programs
• Wellness Programs

REQUIRED:

• Graduation from an accredited school of licensed vocational nursing.
• Licensed Vocational Nurse CA License required
• Basic Life Support - CPR Certification through American Heart Association required.
• Knowledge of professional skills within scope of practice for licensed vocational nursing.
• Knowledge of appropriate organizational policies, regulations, and procedures to administer patient care.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
• Skill in recording medical and other pertinent information provided by the patient.
• Experienced LVN's act as preceptors for new LVN's hired into the clinic system.
• Skill in preparing and maintaining medical records.
• Skill in maintaining effective working relations with patients, clinical staff, and public.
• Skill in training of unlicensed nursing /medical assistants.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to react calmly and provide effective medical care in emergency situations.
• Ability to communicate clearly.
• Adaptability to change in procedures.
• Able to work with frequent interruptions.
• Requires working under stress in emergency situations.
• Irregular hours.
• Frequent interruptions.
• Periodic travel to clinics and/or hospital.
• During environmental disaster or mass casualty events, the employee may be required to work in outside weather conditions and become exposed to a cold, wet and/or humid environment.