AltaMed·Commerce, California
The LVN provides direct patient care, including taking vital signs, phlebotomy, and medication administration. They also verify medications for Medical Assistants and gather patient data under the direction of a physician or RN.
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Job Overview The LVN provides direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Physician.
The LVN tasks include vital signs, phlebotomy, gathering data, and medication administration.
The LVN verifies medication for Medical Assistants within the LVN's scope of practice.
Minimum Requirements Graduation from an accredited LVN school with a current LVN license issued by the State of California, Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.
Preferred 1 year of providing patient care outpatient/inpatient, Skilled Nursing, Home Health, or clinic setting.
IV certified preferred.
Preferred wound care experience.
Experience and knowledge regarding the physical, mental, and social needs of the patients.
Bilingual English/Spanish/Mandarin/Cantonese, depending on location preferred.
A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.
Compensation Pay for this job starts at $31.93 hourly Compensation Disclaimer Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations.
The range is subject to change.
AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization.
This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.
Benefits & Career Development Medical, Dental and Vision insurance 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions Flexible Spending Accounts Commuter Flexible Spending Career Advancement & Development opportunities Paid Time Off & Holidays Paid CME Days Malpractice insurance and tail coverage Tuition Reimbursement Program Corporate Employee Discounts Employee Referral Bonus Program Pet Care Insurance Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers.
You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you.
After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
Candidates must have a current California LVN license and a valid BLS certification. Preferred qualifications include one year of clinical experience, IV certification, wound care experience, and bilingual proficiency.
Market context
In California, Licensed Vocational Nurse roles are commonly tied to ongoing staffing needs in behavioral health, clinics, and long-term care, where employers look for candidates who can work consistently with patients across varied settings. These positions are competitive because licensure, psychiatric experience, and familiarity with child and adolescent development can help you stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your license status and highlight any psychiatric or pediatric experience in your application.
