Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Hematology/Oncology, Full-Time, Days Whittier, CA

PIH Health, Inc.; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare network as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in Hematology/Oncology. In this full-time role, you will provide essential nursing care to patients, utilizing your knowledge of nursing principles and practices. This position offers a chance to work in a dynamic medical office setting, where you will contribute to the health and well-being of the community. With a focus on patient-centered care, you will engage in teaching principles and collaborate with a dedicated team. If you are passionate about nursing and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of nursing principles and patient care.
• Experience with electronic health records and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct or indirect nursing care to patients.
• Utilize nursing principles to meet patient needs.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Infection Control

Safety Practices

Nursing Principles

Patient and Family Teaching

Computer Practice Management Systems

Electronic Health Records

Microsoft Office

Communication Skills

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse Certification

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Microsoft Office

Job description

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Hematology/Oncology, Full-Time, Days

Category

Nursing

Job Location

12462 Putnam Street, Suite 200, Whittier, California

Tracking Code

24566-977

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Job Description

The Licensed Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct or indirect nursing care to patients presenting with urgent, emergent, or potential health problems. The nurse utilizes knowledge of basic nursing principles, practices, ethics, and concepts under the direction of a practitioner to meet patient needs in a medical office setting.

About PIH Health

PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network serving approximately 3 million residents in Los Angeles County, Orange County, and the San Gabriel Valley. The network includes Downey Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital, Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical group, home healthcare, hospice, and specialized services in heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women’s health, urgent care, and emergency services. Recognized for excellence in patient care and experience, PIH Health is also noted by CHIME for best practices, quality, and healthcare technology. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of medical terminology, infection control, and safety practices.
• Understanding of nursing principles.
• Patient and family teaching principles.
• Proficiency with computer practice management systems, electronic health records, and Microsoft Office.
• Good communication skills; bilingual in Spanish is helpful.

Required Experience

• Evidence of continuing education.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Department and Specific Requirements

Hematology/Oncology, Whittier - (110-71950)

IV Certification required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in direct nursing care within a medical office setting.