Licensed Vocational Nurse

Palo Verde Community College District; Laguna Hills (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

401k contribution

Job summary

OptumCare in Laguna Hills, CA is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to perform moderately complex patient-oriented procedures under supervision. You will assist in patient flow, perform vital signs, administer medications, and support RN clinicians across the care continuum.

Responsibilities include specimen handling, documentation, and maintaining treatment areas and equipment, with additional duties as assigned. An organized team environment and opportunities for development are offered.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse program.
• Active, unrestricted LVN license from the state of California.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain at the time of hire.
• I.V. and Blood withdraw certified.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient to proper exam/treatment area and prepare patient for examinations.
• Obtain records and vital signs for the RN or clinician.
• Administer medication and perform tests under supervision.
• Notify pharmacies of new prescriptions and refills.
• Collect, label, and transport specimens to appropriate destinations.
• Manage patient hospitalizations and bed days.
• Maintain and cleans exam/treatment areas and medical equipment.
• Maintain logs, records of procedures, inventories, and site readiness for audits.
• Perform telephone screening and additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Medical terminology

Teamwork

Education

Accredited LVN program

California LVN license

Tools

BLS certification

IV certification

Blood withdrawal certification

Job description

For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Optum's Pacific West region is redefining health care with a focus on health equity, affordability, quality, and convenience. From California to Oregon and Washington, we are focused on helping more than 2.5 million patients live healthier lives and helping the health system work better for everyone. At Optum Pacific West, we care. We care for our team members, our patients, and our communities. Join our culture of caring and make a positive and lasting impact on health care for millions.

As a Licensed Vocational Nurse, you will perform moderately complex and/or specialized patient-oriented procedures under the supervision of a clinician or Registered Nurse (RN) to ensure that patients receive appropriate care. You will also be responsible for performing operational duties as required under the supervision of the site administrator or designee.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Direct patient to proper exam/treatment area and prepare patient for examinations and other procedures. Assists in the transportation of patients and patient flow
• Obtain records and reports vital signs and any other pertinent patient information to the RN or clinician
• Administer medication, perform various patient tests and instruct patients on procedural preparations under the supervision of the clinician or RN
• Notify pharmacies of new prescriptions and authorizations of new refills as ordered by the clinician
• Collect, label, and transport various specimens to appropriate destinations
• Manage patient hospitalizations and bed days
• Maintain and cleans exam/treatment areas and medical equipment
• Maintain logs, records of medical procedures, inventories of supplies, and site readiness for audits
• Perform telephone screening
• Perform additional duties as assigned

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse program
• Active, unrestricted LVN license from the state of California
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain at the time of hire
• I.V. and Blood withdraw certified

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
• Pediatric advanced life support (PALS) certification
• 1+ years of experience working as an LVN/LPN

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.00 to $36.00 per hour based on full‑time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.