OVERVIEW: Founded in 1979 in direct response to rising rates of hunger and homelessness in North San Diego County, Interfaith Community Services works to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness by Helping People Help Themselves. Interfaith is the most comprehensive social services agency in North County, providing both immediate safety net services and long-term, life-changing programs designed to meet the holistic needs of people in crisis. Together, in partnership with 250+ diverse faith communities, more than 650 recurrent volunteers, and a growing staff of over 200, Interfaith provides a safe haven and pathway towards self-sufficiency for more than 17,000 community members annually.
SCHEDULES AVAILABLE:
Monday - Friday 10am-6:30pm
OR
Tuesday - Saturday 8am-4:30pm
WHAT YOU WILL DO: This position provides support to address the medical needs of patients that have been discharged from Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center, Palomar Hospital and Tri-City Hospital, to achieve a more adaptive level of physical, psychological and social functioning while in the program. Working within a comprehensive team of skilled professionals the Licensed Vocational Nurse engages with the recuperative care team to get the patient back to self-sufficiency.
• Conducts daily rounds, checks vital signs, and evaluates patient progress
• Conducts weekly medication management with each patient; this includes organizing medications in weekly pill organizer, ensuring patients are taking medications as prescribed, educating patients on purpose of medications and side effects, and assisting with prescription refills as necessary
• Conducts weekly compliance check with each patient by searching contents of the medication box, ensure a current medication list is present, and that the medication box is locked
• Assists patients in checking blood glucose levels and ensures proper methods of self-administering insulin injections
• Promotes patients' self-determination by establishing individual care goals and teaching patients to understand conditions, medications, and self-care skills
• Assists with wound care, dressing changes, and catheter care on an as needed basis
• Educates patients on medical conditions and treatment compliance, including diet and smoking cessation
• Assists with trainings and educates staff and patients on various medical-related topics
• Participates in regular administrative and patient case file review meetings
• Communicates medical concerns or special needs related patients' physical health to Recuperative Care staff
• Maintains an active file on all clients including the documentation of vital signs, medication box check logs, and progress notes
• Prepares rooms and ensures that stock of supplies is maintained
• Provides guidance to Certified Nursing Assistants, interns and volunteers
• Ensures the confidentiality of patient information and health records
• Provides medical oversight for individual patient cases through regular communication with medical providers and review of medical notes
• Assists patients with making medical appointments and any transportation necessary
• Participates in all staff meetings and trainings
• Performs additional duties as assigned
Requirements
EDUCATION / EDUCATION
• Must be currently licensed by the State of California as a Licensed Vocational Nurse
• 1 + years nursing experience required
• Knowledge of alcohol and other drug recovery field preferred
• Experience working with severely mentally ill, medically fragile, and homeless populations preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers (American Heart Association preferred) to be completed within three (3) months of hire
EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
- Paid Time Off – Three weeks to start!
- Paid Holidays – 13 scheduled
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- AD&D / Group Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts – Medical and Dependent Care
- Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Early Release Days!
- Work Anniversary Bonuses
- Tuition Reimbursement and Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
- Home Ownership Assistance Program
- Casual Work Environment
- Professional Growth and Career Development Opportunities
Interfaith is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, pregnancy, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, nationality, sex, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Interfaith will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
