Licensed Practical Nurse LPN/LVN Licensed Vocational Nurse, Rehabilitation

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Position Summary

Essential Functions

• Administer medications safely, accurately, and based on patient age and clinical condition.
• Minimize potential for medication errors by following proper medication administration procedures.
• Assist the RN with initial assessments and patient reassessments per policy.
• Identify and implement appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventions.
• Perform timely and accurate Quality Improvement (QI) assessments under RN supervision.
• Deliver care based on patient response to treatment and update the interdisciplinary plan accordingly.
• Assess and reassess pain; use appropriate pain management techniques and educate patients and families.
• Perform all patient care tasks in a manner that promotes patient safety and reduces medical errors.
• Develop and implement individualized teaching plans based on patient and family learning needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

Demonstrates strong clinical skills and commitment to safe, patient-centered care.

Ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team environment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

Education: Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse program.

Experience: Minimum one year of Medical/Surgical experience in an acute care setting preferred.

License: Current state licensure as a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse.

Certifications: CPR/BLS certification required; IV Certification highly preferred or must be obtained within 6 months.

More about UC Davis

UC Davis Rehabilitation Hospital opened in 2023,is a 52-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital located at 4875 Broadway in Sacramento, California and is Sacramento County’s first freestanding inpatient physical rehabilitation hospital. The facility spans approximately 58,000 to 58,600 square feet and is located on the UC Davis Health Sacramento campus. UC Davis includes a 12-bed brain injury unit and four private rooms designed for bariatric patients. 

EEOC Statement

UC Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UC Davis  is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”