LVN-Neurology

Loma Linda University Health; Loma Linda (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Loma Linda University Health is seeking an LVN to provide nursing care for patients with urgent or emergent health needs. The LVN will assist physicians, NPs, and medical assistants in procedures and patient care tasks to support efficient care delivery.

Required is graduation from an LVN program and a California LVN license with BLS certification. An IV certification is preferred but not required, and outpatient experience is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Graduate from LVN program (required).
• Minimum one year LVN experience, outpatient setting preferred.
• Active California LVN license; BLS certification; IV certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care for patients with urgent or emergent health needs.
• Assist physicians, NPs, and medical assistants in procedures and patient care tasks.

Skills

Nursing care

Outpatient experience

BLS Certification

Education

LVN Diploma/Certificate

Job description

Job Summary:

The LVN is responsible for nursing care of patients with urgent, emergent, or potential health problems. Assists and participates with the physician, NP, and/or medical assistant in performing procedures and patient care responsibilities skillfully. Performs other duties as needed.

Education and Experience:

Graduate from a school of Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN) required. Minimum one year LVN experience required, preferably in an outpatient setting.

Knowledge and Skills:

Basic nursing principles, practices, and ethics within the LVN scope of practice. Able to: read; write legibly; speak in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality; use computer and software programs necessary to the position; troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment. Relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; accept direction. Communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; work independently with minimal supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple assignments effectively; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail. Distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place/patient care; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position; discern temperature variances through touch.

Licensures and Certifications:

Active California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) License required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA). Intravenous (IV) certification preferred.