Imaging Support LVN – Level 1

Eisenhowerimaging; Rancho Mirage (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Eisenhower Imaging Center is seeking an LVN - Level 1 to provide patient care under the supervision of RN/MD. The role includes data collection, reporting, and basic nursing skills within the unit's scope of practice.

Responsibilities include assisting in procedures, IV management, and maintaining accurate records while ensuring patient safety. A High School Diploma, IV therapy certification, and BLS are required.

Qualifications

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide care under supervision of RN/MD.
• Collect data and report to RN/MD.
• Demonstrate nursing skills per standards of care and act within scope.
• Assist in procedures and patient preparation/recovery.
• Manage IV administration and contrast related tasks.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure patient safety.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Problem solving

License current

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

IV Therapy & Blood Withdrawal Certification

American Heart Association BLS

Job description

All Jobs > Imaging Support LVN – Level 1

Eisenhower Imaging Center is committed to delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging and interventional radiology services. Our dedicated team of physicians, nurses, technologists, and support staff operate in a dynamic, customer-focused environment utilizing the latest advancements in medical imaging technology.

Position Summary

Licensed Vocational Nurse - Level 1 provides care to a specific group of patients as delegated by and under the supervision of an R.N./MD. The LVN collects data and reports significant findings to the RN/MD. An LVN Level 1 performs basic nursing skills and maintains positive interpersonal relations with peers, patients, patient’s families and physicians.

Essential Job Functions

• Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations.
• Collects data and reports findings to RN/MD.
• Demonstrates skills in accordance with EIC Standards of Care, policies, procedures, and Nurse Practice Act.
• Demonstrates ability to independently perform basic and specialized nursing skills fundamental to the unit within scope of practice.
• Maintains lab and other diagnostic test results and reports in a timely manner to RN/MD.
• Works under direction of RN/MD and completes assignments as directed.
• Utilizes non-patient care time to help other nurses and modalities.
• Starts IV safely and competently in addition to managing and treating IV infiltrations.
• Accesses implanted ports, PICC, and midline catheters for the administration of contrast media.
• Performs pre-procedure assessments, preparation and post-procedure care.
• Provides timely, accurate and precise reporting of any change in patient condition to the R.N./Radiologist.
• Appropriately assesses, treats, and manages patients for contrast allergies, renal function, diabetes,
• Administers and documents medications (under direction of RNs / Medical Director), ensuring patient safety following Federal guidelines.
• Co-manages the care of all outpatients/inpatients to include scheduling, interviewing, preparation and transportation.
• Assists in the care of any patient with special needs.
• Manages medical emergencies under the guidance of the radiologists / RNs.
• Maintains all nursing and medical emergency equipment including (but not limited to) oxygen supply.
• Demonstrates competency in the operation of equipment specific to clinical area.
• Practices accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work to maximize productivity.
• Adheres to radiation safety guidelines under the direction of the technologists and/or radiologists.
• Provide for patient care; comfort, safety and patient confidentiality.
• Ability to manage high patient volumes.
• Assist technologists in the preparation of equipment and supplies for procedures
• Ensure that all equipment is properly cleaned and maintained
• Assist in the positioning of patients for procedures
• Monitor patients during procedures and report any adverse reactions to the technologists
• Maintain accurate records of procedures and patient information
• Assist in the transportation of patients to and from the procedure area
• Pick up & deliver packages to departments as needed.
• Return supplies carts to appropriate location
• Filling blanket warmers
• Checking in patients
• Assisting patients on and off the table
• Cross train in all modalities at all locations.
• Greets and escorts all guests in and out of exam area.
• Assists patients in completing screening and history forms if needed.
• Assists patients with changing clothing as necessary for procedure.
• Introduces patient/family to caregivers and explains their role in performing the exam.
• Assists technologists, nurses and other Center personnel as requested.
• Communicates planned procedure instructions to the patient in simple, understandable terms.
• Communicates with coworkers prior to breaks and lunches to ensure continuity of patient care.
• Assures that the patient exam room and changing areas are prepared with appropriate supplies and/or equipment.
• Remains in assigned location when not providing patient care to assist other staff as needed with room set ups,
• Looks up prior exam history and enters information on daily schedule.
• Confirms appointments with patients as needed.
• Loads IV contrast syringes and removes IVs as requested. (CT modality only)

Requirements

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Responsible to keep license current and provide copy on annual basis.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good problem-solving skills.

Required Position Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• IV Therapy & Blood Withdrawal Certification
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)