Licensed Vocational Nurse

Exer Medical Corporation; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Exer Medical Corporation in Long Beach, CA seeks a Licensed Vocational Nurse to deliver patient-centered care in a fast-paced clinical setting. The LVN will delegate tasks, coordinate with providers, and support ED operations.

Responsibilities include triage, vital signs, medication administration, patient education, and ensuring safety. This role requires strong communication, teamwork, and adherence to standards.

Qualifications

• Must have a current and unrestricted License Vocational Nurse Diploma.
• Must have at least 1 year of prior clinical experience.
• Must be IV/Phlebotomy certified.
• Must be comfortable with IV administration, phlebotomy, processing labs (blood and urine), injections, ear lavage, and performing EKGs.
• Must be BLS, ACLS, and PALS certified.
• Must possess effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Must provide weekend coverage; 3-4 Saturdays or Sundays per month.

Responsibilities

• Prioritizes patient safety and patient satisfaction; maintains awareness of dignity, comfort, and safety needs of patient.
• Always provides excellent patient care; coordinates care with an ED MD.
• Triages patients while obtaining vital signs, a thorough history, and a nursing assessment.
• Explains procedures and treatments to patient to gain cooperation and understanding.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
• Delegates within scope-of-practice to other clinical staff; manages patient flow within the center.
• Prepares equipment and aids provider during treatment and examination of patient.
• Observes patient, records significant conditions and reactions; notifies provider of changes.
• Responds to life saving situations according to nursing standards and protocols.
• Provides direct patient care interventions and patient education as prescribed.
• Maintains, checks, and utilizes laboratory and testing equipment.
• Follows up with patients to ensure good outcomes; supports ongoing treatment plans.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Vital signs

IV administration

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse License

BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications

Tools

IV administration

Phlebotomy

EKG

Lab testing equipment

Job description

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Licensed Vocational Nurse

Full Time Medical Long Beach Willow, Long Beach, CA, US

Salary Range: $29.00 To $32.00 Hourly

Job Title: License Vocational Nurse

Reports To: Center Manager

Summary:

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) is clinically responsible for all patients in a department. He/she/they delegate(s) tasks to ancillary back-office staff based on scope of practice, and coordinates care with the provider(s).

Exer Core Responsibilities:

• Has a positive work ethic and inspires others; models genuine, caring, and friendly behaviors
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication that is clear, well-organized, and understanding of audience needs
• Through a genuinely positive style of communication, makes each patient feel informed and understood
• Is an effective team player who contributes valuable ideas and feedback, and can be counted on to meet commitments
• Is able to keep up with the workflow of the Exer environment; faces tasks and challenges with energy and passion
• Pursues activities with focus and drive, defines work in terms of success, and can be counted on to complete goals
• Adherence to standards of business conduct and compliance

Major Responsibilities:

• Prioritizes patient safety and patient satisfaction; maintains awareness of dignity, comfort, and safety needs of patient
• Always provides excellent patient care; practices strong nursing autonomy in patient care while coordinating care with an ED MD
• Triages patients while obtaining vital signs, a thorough history, and a nursing assessment
• Explains procedures and treatments to patient to gain cooperation and understanding, and reduce apprehension
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques
• Delegates within scope-of-practice to other clinical staff; manages patient flow within the center by effectively communicating with all disciplines
• Prepares equipment and aids provider during treatment and examination of patient
• Observes patient, records significant conditions and reactions; notifies provider of patient condition as well as any changes to it, reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents
• Responds to life saving situations according to nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols; must be comfortable running "codes"
• Provides direct patient care interventions according to scope of practice, and as ordered by the provider
• Initiates a thorough patient education plan according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by the provider and/or policy, including patient and family instruction
• Provides direct patient care interventions according to scope of practice, and as ordered by the provider
• Maintains, checks, and utilizes a variety of laboratory and testing equipment
• Follows up with all patients to ensure good outcomes; assists with the implementation of further treatment, as necessary
• Adheres to standard and disease-specific precautions, practices proper handwashing and utilization of personal protective equipment
• Maintains a clean and orderly environment
• Participates in quality improvement activities
• Participates in the monitoring of inventory control and supplies
• Is mindful of procedure and equipment costs and is a steward for the company

Requirements:

• Must have a current and unrestricted License Vocational Nurse Diploma
• Must have at least 1 year of prior clinical experience
• Must be IV/Phlebotomy certified
• Must be comfortable with IV administration, phlebotomy, processing labs (blood and urine), injections, ear lavage, and performing EKGs
• Must be BLS, ACLS, and PALS certified
• Must possess effective written and verbal communication skills
• Must provide weekend coverage; 3-4 Saturdays or Sundays per month

Working Conditions:

Center-Based. Requires working in a clinical setting. The noise level is moderate and there is a potential for exposure to infectious diseases and blood-borne pathogens. The ability to stand and sit for hours at a time, (with some bending and stooping), ability to use manual dexterity in relation to clinical requirements, and ability to lift 50 lbs.

Exer is an Equal Opportunity employer to all, regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, association with a member of a protected class, bereavement leave, cannabis use, color, disability (physical, intellectual/developmental, or mental health/psychiatric.), Family Care and Medical Leave (CFRA) related to serious health condition of employee or family member, child bonding, or military exigencies, gender identity or expression, genetic information or characteristic, marital status, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristic), military and veteran status, national origin (includes language restrictions), participation in an EEO protected activity, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions, Pregnancy Disability Leave (PDL), race (includes hairstyle and hair texture), religious creed (includes dress and grooming practices), reproductive health decision making, reproductive loss leave, sex/gender, and sexual orientation.