LVN - Street Medicine

Day to Day:
The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in the Street Medicine Program provides compassionate, community-based healthcare services to individuals experiencing homelessness. This role involves delivering high-quality medical care in non-traditional settings, including streets, encampments, and shelters, focusing on bridging healthcare gaps for vulnerable populations.

Key Responsibilities
Deliver direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed physician or registered nurse (RN).
Administer medications, treatments, and wound care as prescribed.
Assist in assessing patient health needs, performing vital sign checks, and documenting findings accurately in the electronic health record (EHR).
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary street medicine team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Educate patients on medication adherence, chronic disease management, and preventative health practices.
Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation in challenging situations.
Ensure proper infection control practices while delivering care in various field settings.
Establish and maintain trust with patients, fostering a safe, non-judgmental environment.
Participate in outreach efforts, helping locate and engage unhoused individuals in need of medical services.
Coordinate care and referrals with community organizations and social service providers to address holistic patient needs (e.g., housing, food security, mental health services).
Maintain and ensure proper inventory of medical supplies and equipment for mobile operations.
Comply with all organizational policies, procedures, and ethical standards in delivering care.

Qualifications:
Lived experience or significant experience working with unhoused or vulnerable Active and unrestricted California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license.
Minimum of 1-2 years of nursing experience, preferably in community health, urgent care, or working with underserved populations.
Current BLS/CPR certification.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work in diverse and challenging environments.
Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness or behavioral health challenges preferred.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Comfortable delivering care in outdoor and non-clinical settings.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods while providing care in various environments, including encampments, shelters, and mobile units.
Capacity to lift, carry, and transport equipment or supplies weighing up to 30 pounds.
Comfort working outdoors in varying weather conditions and navigating uneven terrain.
Ability to bend, stoop, and kneel as needed during patient care or outreach activities.
Adequate manual dexterity to perform medical procedures, operate equipment, and manage electronic health records on portable devices.
Visual and auditory acuity to perform essential functions such as patient assessments and effective communication.
Capability to drive and sit for extended periods while traveling to outreach locations.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8-5

Locations: Los Angeles, CA, 90033

Salary: $70,000-$80,000

For California Applicants:

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.