LVN I: Patient Care with Growth & Benefits

Optum; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Optum is hiring a Licensed Vocational Nurse I in California. Under the supervision of a clinician or RN, you will perform moderately complex patient‑oriented procedures and support site operations to ensure quality care.

Primary duties include guiding patient flow, taking vital signs, administering medications, collecting specimens, maintaining exam areas and equipment, and supporting pharmacy communication.

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.
• IV and Blood withdrawal certification.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient to exam/treatment areas and prep for examinations and procedures.
• Record vital signs and pertinent information for RN/clinician.
• Administer medications and conduct tests under clinician/RN supervision.
• Notify pharmacies of prescriptions and refills as ordered by the clinician.
• Collect and transport specimens to appropriate destinations.
• Maintain and clean exam/treatment areas and medical equipment.
• Maintain procedure logs and supply inventories.
• Perform telephone screening.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical skills

Education

LVN program completed

CA LVN license

Job description

Optum is hiring a Licensed Vocational Nurse I in California. Under the supervision of a clinician or RN, you will perform moderately complex patient‑oriented procedures and support site operations to ensure quality care.

Primary duties include guiding patient flow, taking vital signs, administering medications, collecting specimens, maintaining exam areas and equipment, and supporting pharmacy communication.