LVN - Oncology - Pasadena - $3,000 Sign On Bonus

Cedars-Sinai; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vacation

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai in Pasadena is seeking a dedicated Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our healthcare team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for preparing patients for examinations, performing patient intake, and coordinating care under the direction of healthcare providers. Your skills in patient advocacy and documentation will be essential.

The ideal candidate will have completed an accredited vocational nurse program, possess a valid CA LVN license, and have BLS certification. Join us in providing outstanding patient care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Vocational Nurse program.
• Valid CA LVN license required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Sets up exam rooms based on patient visit needs.
• Performs initial nursing intake and prepares patients.
• Coordinates prescribed medications following provider advice.
• Documents and reports changes in patient condition.
• Provides patient advocacy and maintains quality assurance.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Phlebotomy

Documentation

Medication coordination

Education

Completion of an accredited Vocational Nurse program

Job description

Job Description

Beyond outstanding employee benefits including health and dental insurance, vacation, and a 403(b).

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

Experience

• 1+ years of LVN experience preferred