Are you an experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) who enjoys hands‑on patient care and making a meaningful difference in patients' lives? Join one of Los Angeles' most respected healthcare organizations in a dynamic outpatient infusion setting, where you'll put your clinical skills to work while supporting adult and geriatric patients. In this role, you'll provide compassionate nursing care, assist with IV therapy, medication administration, patient assessments, and collaborate with a dedicated healthcare team to deliver quality care. If you're detail‑oriented, adaptable, and passionate about helping patients feel comfortable and supported throughout their care, this 13‑week opportunity could be a great fit.
About the Job
Competitive pay: $37.00 per hour
Great Schedule: Full Time; Monday - Friday
Shift Times: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Duration: 3 months
Start Date: ASAP!
Department: Outpatient Clinic - Infusion Center
Location: Los Angeles, California
Float: Required, as needed
Benefits
- Great working location
- Health insurance
- Refer-a-friend bonus
- Weekly payroll
- 24-hour accessibility
- Personalized service
Requirements
- Active CA Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) License
- Minimum of 2 years of LVN experience in an outpatient clinic setting
- Current BLS - Basic Life Support (American Heart Association)
- Current IV Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certifications
- EPIC experience
- Hands‑on experience with venipuncture and phlebotomy
- Experience starting, maintaining, and monitoring IVs
- Experience administering medications, including intramuscular (IM) and subcutaneous (SQ) injections
- Proficiency in patient assessments, vital signs, medication reconciliation, and clinical documentation
- Knowledge of infection prevention, isolation precautions, and safe patient care practices
- Ability and willingness to float to other assigned areas as needed
Preferred
- Previous experience in an outpatient infusion center
- Experience in Medical Oncology and Surgical Oncology
- Experience with central line blood draws and dressing changes
- Experience operating and monitoring IV infusion pumps
- Experience monitoring blood product administration
- Experience obtaining 12-lead EKGs/ECGs
- Experience with blood glucose monitoring and testing
- Experience with wound care or wound vac management
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate, patient‑centered nursing care to adult and geriatric patients in a busy outpatient infusion clinic.
- Perform patient assessments, obtain and document vital signs, and review medical histories, medications, and allergies.
- Initiate, maintain, and monitor intravenous (IV) therapy within LVN scope of practice and facility protocols.
- Perform venipuncture, blood draws, and specimen collection, ensuring proper labeling and handling.
- Administer prescribed medications, including intramuscular (IM) and subcutaneous (SQ) injections, in accordance with established protocols.
- Monitor patients throughout treatment, recognize changes in condition, and promptly communicate concerns to the appropriate clinical team.
- Assist with patient intake, preparation for treatment, and discharge procedures.
- Perform medication reconciliation and support pharmacy communications, prescription refill requests, and patient follow‑up.
- Monitor and document patient‑responses to treatments, pain levels, and other relevant clinical findings.
- Maintain accurate and timely patient records and clinical documentation using EPIC.
- Follow infection prevention, isolation precautions, and aseptic techniques to maintain a safe treatment environment.
- Prepare treatment areas, organize supplies, and assist with sterile procedure setup as needed.
- Educate patients on treatment instructions, medication, follow‑up care, and when to contact their healthcare provider.
- Collaborate with physicians, registered nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and ensure efficient clinic operations.
- Float to other assigned clinical areas as needed to support patient care and staffing needs.