LVN-Dermatology

Palomar Health; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Palomar Health in Poway, CA seeks a Licensed Vocational Nurse for the Dermatology-PIMG Gateway. The LVN will support physicians and care teams, administer medications, monitor vitals, and maintain electronic medical records.

Required CA LVN license and BLS certification; 0–12 months experience acceptable, with 1 year preferred. This is a full-time, on-site role with an 8-hour day shift, pay range $33.65–$47.11 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum education as required by certification/licensure.
• 0–12 months of experience preferred; 1 year related experience is a plus.
• Must hold a current CA LVN license and BLS Healthcare Provider certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for physicians and assist during treatments.
• Administer medications by subcutaneous, intramuscular, intradermal, subdermal or oral routes.
• Document nursing care and maintain patient records electronically.
• Take vital signs, apply dressings, collect specimens, and assist with exams and procedures.
• Renew prescriptions when providers are unavailable and coordinate referrals.

Skills

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

LVN/LPN certification requirement

Tools

MS Windows

Excel

Access

Word

PowerPoint

Internet

Email

Job description

Department:

Dermatology-PIMG GATEWAY

Union:

Shift:

8-hour Shift - Day (United States of America)

Hours Per Pay Period:

80

Job Description:

Pay Range: $33.65-$47.11

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the manager, the Licensed Vocational Nurse maintains a safe, comfortable and confidential environment for the patient. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: prepare patients for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners and cares for patients during treatment; administers medications subcutaneous, intramuscularly, intradermal, subdermal, and/or orally. Provides and documents professional nursing care within scope of practice standards under supervision of RN for assigned patients. Participates as a team member to ensure appropriate resources to all internal/external customers. Take temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure of patients as necessary; applies and changes dressings; may collect specimens for laboratory analysis; assists physicians, mid-level providers, and registered nurses in performing examinations, tests and treatments. Administer electrocardiograms/other diagnostic testing, ear lavages, IVs, and nebulizer treatments. Maintain clinical records and reports (electronically). Review patient charts to determine what type of treatment the patient may require. Monitor the electronic medical record inbox for referrals, office procedure, and diagnostics. Request insurance referrals through various insurance companies. Order medical supplies. Renew prescriptions for providers who are out of the office. Call patients for follow-ups. Maintain logs for narcotics and the auto crash cart.

Ability to speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, internet, e-mail). Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop-down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job. Performs other duties as assigned. Follows Palomar Health Medical Group rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws, and standards. Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health Medical Group.

Job Requirements

Minimum Education: As required by certification and/or licensure

Preferred Education: Not Applicable

Minimum Experience: 0 - 12 months

Preferred Experience : 1 year related

Required License: Current CA LVN License

Preferred License: Not Applicable

Required Certification: American Heart Association recognized BLS - Healthcare Provider

Preferred Certification: Not Applicable

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