LVN Adult Sub-Acute Days at Astrana Health in Tustin, CA

About the Role At Foothill Regional Medical Center, we believe exceptional patient care begins with exceptional caregivers. We foster a culture of teamwork, professional development, and compassion, where every team member plays a vital role in improving the lives of those we serve.

The Sub-Acute Licensed Vocational Nurse performs a variety of skilled nursing duties under the direction of Registered Nurses and physicians. This role is responsible for supporting patient care plans, administering treatments and medications, monitoring patient conditions, assisting with activities of daily living, and providing compassionate, patient-centered care.

The ideal candidate is clinically competent, team-oriented, and committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and healing environment for patients and their families.

Our Values

• Put Patients First
• Empower Entrepreneurial Provider and Care Teams
• Operate with Integrity & Excellence
• Be Innovative
• Work As One Team

What You'll Do

Clinical Patient Care

• Administer medications and treatments within LVN scope of practice.
• Assist with examinations, procedures, and therapeutic interventions.
• Perform basic IV management when appropriately certified.
• Monitor patient conditions and promptly report changes in status.
• Utilize aseptic techniques for wound care, dressings, and other clinical procedures.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure safe, high-quality patient care.

Patient Comfort & Support

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), hygiene, mobility, and comfort measures.
• Provide compassionate care while preserving dignity, privacy, and independence.
• Foster a safe and clean patient environment.
• Support infection prevention practices and HIPAA compliance.

Documentation & Monitoring

• Accurately obtain and record vital signs and patient observations.
• Document treatments, interventions, and patient responses in accordance with organizational standards.
• Assist with specimen collection, patient transportation, and positioning.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation.

Qualifications

• Current, active, and unrestricted California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) License
• At least One year of knowledge and experience in sub-acute care, long-term care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or acute care settings
• Graduate of an accredited Vocational Nursing program or equivalent
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• IV Certification within 12 months of hire
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to maintain composure and adaptability in changing clinical situations

Preferred Qualifications

• Current AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Current AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
• Bilingual communication skills

Environmental Job Requirements and Working Conditions

• Our organization follows an in person work structure where the expectation is to work onsite on a weekly basis. The hospital is located at 14662 Newport Ave, Tustin, CA 92780.
• The total compensation target pay range for this role is $25.00- $32.00 base hourly. The salary range represents our national target range for this role. 12-Hour Shifts = 8 Hours regular base rate Hours over 8 in 12-Hour shift are 1.5x OT.

Astrana Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. If you require assistance in applying for open positions due to a disability, please email us at humanresourcesdept@astranahealth.com to request an accommodation.

Additional Information:

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.