LVN - Geriatrics - Beverly Hills

Cedars-Sinai; Beverly Hills (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai invites applications for a Licensed Vocational Nurse to support primary care and specialty physicians within the Cedars-Sinai Medical Network. The role emphasizes patient preparation, nursing intake, and coordination of medications to ensure smooth visits and quality care.

The position requires completion of an accredited LVN program, CA LVN licensure, BLS certification, and IV/BW certification within 1 year of hire; 1+ years of LVN experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Vocational Nurse program.
• CA LVN license required.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association and/or the American Red Cross required.
• IV/BW (intravenous/blood withdrawal) certification required within 1 year of hire.
• 1+ years of LVN experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sets up exam rooms and procedure rooms based on patient visit needs.
• Performs initial nursing intake and prepares patients for examination.
• Prepares medical charts and records patient information needed for visits.
• Coordinates prescribed medications, injections, or IV therapies as advised by the provider.
• Provides basic patient care and treatments such as taking vitals and specimen collection.

Skills

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

Medication coordination

Patient communication

Education

Vocational Nurse program

Job description

Job Description

Why work here?

Beyond outstanding employee benefits including health and dental insurance, vacation, and a 403(b), we take pride in hiring the best employees. Our accomplished staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation.

The Cedars-Sinai Medical Network is committed to helping primary care and specialist physicians provide excellent care to all their patients, who benefit from convenient access to primary and specialty care physicians and seamless coordination of care between them. As a part of Cedars-Sinai, our physicians and staff are partners in quality health care from a medical center that is consistently recognized as one of the finest hospitals in the country. For the 8th consecutive year, we have been named one of the top 20 Physician Groups in Southern California by Integrated Healthcare Associates (IHA).

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Sets up exam room/procedure rooms appropriately based on patient visit needs
• Performs initial nursing intake and prepares patients for examination.
• Prepares patients for examination by reviewing current medications and reviewing documents in medical record.
• Prepares medical chart and records patient information needed to support the reason for visit such as vital signs and reason for visit.
• Coordinates prescribed medications, injections, or IV medications using standard process and as advised by provider.
• Provides basic patient care and treatments such as taking vitals, performing diagnostic tests, phlebotomy, and specimen collection advised by the provider.
• Observes patient, documents, and reports any changes in condition to the provider for instructions in taking vital actions for care.
• Evaluates nursing intervention outcomes within the LVN scope of practice.
• Answers patient and physician incoming messages with provider input.
• Serves as a patient advocate and applies appropriate resources to support patient care.
• Provides review of MA skills and performance abilities using designated evaluation tools.
• Performs quality assurance and quality control measures to maintain compliance in the clinical environment.

Qualifications

Education:

• Completion of an accredited Vocational Nurse program

Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid CA LVN license required
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association and/or the American Red Cross required
• IV/BW (intravenous/blood withdrawal) certification required within 1 year of hire
• 1+ years of LVN experience preferred