LVN II - CVTI Clinic - Full Time 8 Hour Days

Veterans in Healthcare; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 4,155,000 - 6,476,000; Full time

Job summary

Keck Medicine of USC in Los Angeles, CA seeks an LVN II for full-time day shifts. The LVN II provides direct patient care under supervision, administers medications, supports phlebotomy, and assists in performing clinical procedures and exams.

You will monitor vital signs, document patient information, and coordinate tests while maintaining privacy and safety standards across a busy clinic environment.

Qualifications

• Requires High School or equivalent
• Graduate of an accredited Vocational Nursing Program
• 3 years of experience in acute or ambulatory care
• Able to work effectively with physicians, staff and patients
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Internet usage
• Demonstrates excellent customer service and strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to make decisions with input from stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under RN or Provider supervision
• Administers medications and assists with exams and procedures
• Looks after patient histories and vital signs
• Maintains accurate medical records and prepares charts
• Schedules tests and manages patient flow and referrals
• Ensures privacy, safety and infection control compliance

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Attention to detail

Education

High School or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited Vocational Nursing Program

Tools

Microsoft Word

Internet

Job description

LVN II - CVTI Clinic - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union) Los Angeles, CA

Job ID REQ20180947 Category Keck Medicine of USC

Helpful Information for Applicants

External Applicants Internal Applicants (Current USC Employees)

The Licensed Vocational Nurse II (LVN II) is an individual with specific knowledge and technical skills to assist the Registered Nurse (RN) or Medical Provider. The LVN II utilizes the Nursing Process to provide therapeutic care to a specific population of patients, under the direction of the RN or Provider. LVN II will provide excellent quality care including patient education, phlebotomy and may participate in coordinating specific services as directed.

Essential Duties

• Uses and practices basic assessment, participates in planning, executes interventions in accordance with the plan of care or treatment plan, and contributes to evaluation of individualized interventions related to the care plan or treatment plan
• Escorts patients to exam rooms, obtains and appropriately records patient vital signs/medication list, monitors patient flow, assists physicians with minor clinical procedures, performs EKGs, prepares patient chart with pertinent medical information, administers medication as directed by physician.
• Provides direct patient care.
• Administers medications.
• Assess and monitor patients condition and notify physician/health care professional.
• Demonstrates professional communication skills for the purpose of patient care, education and multidisciplinary team collaboration.
• Schedules diagnostic tests ordered by the physician as needed.
• Schedules and receives patients.
• Prepares and maintains medical records.
• Performs various administrative duties, including answering phone patient calls, returning phone calls, receiving and sorting in-coming faxes, obtaining prior authorizations.
• Enters charges into the system in an accurate and timely fashion.
• Handles telephone calls and writes correspondences.
• Serves as a liaison between physicians and other individuals.
• Takes patient histories and vital signs.
• Implements an effective and efficient patient flow.
• Performs first aid and CPR if needed.
• Assists physicians with exams and treatments as permitted by license. Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams
• Organizes pharmacy refill requests for physician approval.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting to accomplish duties in a timely manner.
• Provide medical information and education to patients, following established protocols and guidelines.
• Triages patients in person and over the telephone.
• Ensures patient's right to privacy, safety, and confidentiality is maintained. Maintains a safe environment in accordance with standards, policies, and safety regulations. Ensures compliance with infection control policies.
• Assess and monitor patients condition and notify physician/health care professional.
• Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams.
• Provide medical information and education to patients, following established protocols and guidelines.
• Administers a broader range of medications, including injections and IV medications.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Req High School or equivalent
• Req Specialized/technical training Graduate of an accredited Vocational Nursing Program
• Req 3 years Experience in an acute care or ambulatory care setting.
• Req Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients.
• Req Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word as well as Internet access and utilization.
• Req Demonstrate excellent customer service behavior.
• Req Strong interpersonal skills to handle sensitive situations and confidential information
• Req Able to make decisions effectively and with appropriate stakeholder input

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Req Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVN (CA DCA) Valid California Vocational Nursing license
• Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association
• Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)
• Req LVN - Intravenous Therapy Certification (CA DCA) IV certification
• Req Keck Program Preceptor Certification *If new hire, must obtain certification within 90 days/next class

USC Care Medical Group serves as the sole physician entity reporting to the USC Health System, uniting faculty clinical practice under Keck Medicine of USC. This entity oversees clinical governance, physician and ambulatory services, and core enterprise functions including billing, contracting, and financial operations. The organization encompasses 17 clinical departments, with approximately 1,500 physicians and 2,000 staff delivering care across more than 80 locations from Kern County to Orange County and into Las Vegas. USC Care Medical Group is the engine for patient-centered growth - advancing quality, safety, access, and financial strength through integrated, system-level thinking that transcends silos and traditional models. By building bridges across the enterprise, embracing innovation, and leveraging technology, we deliver seamless, 5-Star access and service while expanding clinical reach and diversified models of care. Our work fuels a sustainable cycle of good health - organizationally, financially, and within the communities we serve - driving continued growth from within and beyond the system's boundaries.

The hourly rate range for this position is $30.16 - $47.01. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Job ID REQ20180947 Posted Date 09/17/2026