Licensed Vocational Nurse - M-F 8am to 4pm - Adult Day Services

Great opportunity for LVNs that are starting their careers and looking for a smaller case load.  Monday-Friday hours provide a great work/life balance!

Join our team and begin a career with purpose!  

Empathy, compassion, respect, and trust? Are these your values? If so, apply today! At ESSC these are our values too and they drive our passion to achieve our mission.

Under direct supervision, the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Living Options monitors and oversees the general health, medical issues, personal care and well-being of residents living in the residential facility. Delivers nursing care to residents as appropriate within the scope of the program.

Position: Licensed Vocation Nurse  

Schedule: M-F 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Hourly Rate: Starts at $30 per hour

Locations: Will support the Adult Day Programs for: Bellflower, Norwalk, Carson, LaTijera, Gardena

ESSC is the largest disability services organization in California and we have been operating for over 100 years! At ESSC, we value the uniqueness and dignity of our associates and their contributions to our organization. Join a team with an amazing work culture, career path, and great benefits for part and full-time positions. 

• Delivers nursing care to residents within the scope of the residential program. Examines and evaluates residents who are ill, injured, or whose medical equipment is malfunctioning. Reports findings and safety concerns and makes recommendations to the Residential Administrator and Registered Nurse. Assists with emergency responses within assigned authority.
• Assists in the administration and monitoring of medications, which may include suppositories.
• Provides personal care for residents which may include assistance with eating, personal hygiene, showering, restroom assistance, and preparing for bedtime. Assists and/or prepares meals in compliance with dietary restrictions; assists individuals to eat, including those who may require assistance with G-tube feeding.
• Assists in care and cleaning of residential home, which includes laundering and ironing of residents’ clothing.
• Completes all necessary reports and documentation on a daily basis.
• Evaluates staff training needs within realm of expertise and conducts necessary training.
• Transports individuals to health care appointments and other various locations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must possess a valid Licensed Vocational Nurse Certification/Degree
• At least one year of experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse –or- prior experience working at a residential home.
• Must have and maintain a valid CPR, CPI, and First Aid Certification.
• DSP I and II certifications required upon hire –or- within one year of beginning employment, depending upon contractual requirements of the residential home.
• Ability to read, interpret and implement policies, procedures and regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written communications with all levels of associates and the general public.
• Must maintain a high degree of professionalism and positivity in all interactions.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to provide assistance with personal care to residents and to transfer an individual who has no weight bearing skills. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively. Ability to walk, stand, stoop, and kneel for extended periods of time. Ability to push/pull wheelchairs on a variety of terrain.
• Ability to pass a post-offer physical examination and a TB test.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a criminal record/fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation per Easterseals Southern California and/or program requirements.
• Ability to travel locally; maintain driving record in compliance with Transportation Safety Standards; maintain auto insurance and vehicle registration.