(LVN) Sr. Licensed Vocational Nurse - SurgOnc PCU - 133832

UC San Diego; Oakland, California, Winchester (CA, MO, VA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious healthcare organization recognized for nursing excellence. As a Senior Licensed Vocational Nurse, you will provide vital patient care, assist in examinations, and administer medications in a supportive team environment. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a Magnet-designated facility, ensuring high standards of care. If you are passionate about patient health and have the required licensure, this position is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to make a difference in the lives of patients while advancing your career in a leading academic health system.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of LVN experience required.
• Knowledge of universal precautions and body mechanics essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient examinations and administer medications.
• Collect and prepare laboratory tests and educate patients.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Blood Drawing

Team Collaboration

Universal Precautions

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Job description

(LVN) Sr. Licensed Vocational Nurse - SurgOnc PCU - 133832

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Job Description

Initial Review Date: Thu 2/27/2025

UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 01/02/2025 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 01/10/2025. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

UC San Diego Health is a Magnet designated organization, which is a prestigious recognition that applies to only 10% of all U.S. hospitals. Magnet is the "gold standard" for nursing excellence and is based on strengths in five key areas which include transformational leadership, structural empowerment, exemplary professional practice, new knowledge, innovation and improvements and empirical quality results. UC San Diego Health has held its Magnet status since 2011.

Under the direct supervision of a registered nurse in the assigned department, performs a wide variety of patient care activities in support of unit activity. This includes preparation and assistance with patient examinations, administering medications, drawing blood, collecting and preparing laboratory tests and patient education. Position requires initiative, able to prioritize critical demands and the ability to work in a team environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - issued by the state of California.

• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.

• A minimum of two (2) years of LVN experience.

• Proven knowledge of universal precautions and proper use of body mechanics.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Inpatient acute care LVN experience.
• Experience with surgical patients.
• IV therapy and blood withdrawal certification.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $71,410 - $88,782 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $34.20 - $42.52

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

Applications/Resumes are accepted for current job openings only. For full consideration on any job, applications must be received prior to the initial closing date. If a job has an extended deadline, applications/resumes will be considered during the extension period; however, a job may be filled before the extended date is reached.

To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.

UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.

Application Instructions

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Payroll Title:

VOC NURSE SR

Department:

JACOBS MEDICAL CENTER 4-PCU

Hiring Pay Scale

$34.20 - $42.52 / Hour

Worksite:

Jacobs Medical Center

Appointment Type:

Career

Appointment Percent:

90%

Union:

EX Contract

Total Openings:

1

Work Schedule:

Nights, 12 hour shifts, Sunday - Saturday

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Posted: 4/15/2025

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