Day-Shift LVN/LPN — Orthopedic Clinic, Full-Time

Keck Medicine of USC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Keck Medicine of USC in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a full-time LVN/LPN for the Orthopaedic Surgery Clinic. The position involves direct patient care, medication administration, patient flow management, and clerical support within a non-exempt union environment.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma, graduation from an accredited Vocational Nursing Program, and strong English communication skills. Preferred: 2 years in acute/ambulatory care and IV therapy certification (CA DCA).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate from an accredited Vocational Nursing Program.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrates excellent customer service behavior.
• Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients.
• Preferred: 2 years experience in an acute care or ambulatory care setting.
• Preferred: LVN - Intravenous Therapy Certification (CA DCA).

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care.
• Administers medications.
• Demonstrates professional communication for patient care and team collaboration.
• Schedules and receives patients.
• Prepares and maintains medical records.
• Performs basic secretarial and medical transcription duties.
• Enter charges into the system accurately and timely.
• Handles telephone calls and writes correspondences.
• Serves as a liaison between physicians and other individuals.
• Takes patient histories and vital signs.
• Organizes pharmacy refill requests for physician approval.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) CA DCA

Job description

Keck Medicine of USC in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a full-time LVN/LPN for the Orthopaedic Surgery Clinic. The position involves direct patient care, medication administration, patient flow management, and clerical support within a non-exempt union environment.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma, graduation from an accredited Vocational Nursing Program, and strong English communication skills. Preferred: 2 years in acute/ambulatory care and IV therapy certification (CA DCA).