(LVN) Sr. Licensed Vocational Nurse - Urology - 134067

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Licensed Vocational Nurse to join their Urology clinic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to patient care excellence in a Magnet-designated organization. You'll be responsible for performing a variety of patient care activities, including medication administration, assisting in urology procedures, and providing patient education. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nursing, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Join a team that values equity, diversity, and inclusion, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients.

Qualifications

• Must have LVN license issued by California.
• Minimum of 2 years LVN experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient triage and urology examinations.
• Administer medications and assist with procedures.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Triage Processing

Team Collaboration

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Certification

BART or BLS Certification

Tools

EPIC (Electronic Medical Records)

Job description

(LVN) Sr. Licensed Vocational Nurse - Urology - 134067

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#134067 (LVN) Sr. Licensed Vocational Nurse - Urology

Extended Review Date: Tue 4/1/2025

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 2/4/2025 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 2/14/2025. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

Description

UC San Diego Health is a Magnet-designated organization, 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 outcomes. UC San Diego Health has held its Magnet status since 2011.

Under the direct supervision of a registered nurse in the Urology clinic, LVN performs a wide variety of patient care activities in support of patient care. This includes prioritizing and assisting in the patient triage processing, preparation and assistance with urology examinations, administering medications, collection and preparing laboratory tests, patient education and provide assistance with rooming and completing vital in-take of patient when needed. Requires initiative with the ability to work in a busy Urology clinic. Ability to prioritize critical demands and the ability to work in a team environment. This also includes pre-procedure data collection, assisting physicians and team during procedures, and assisting in post-procedure recovery area.

This position, functioning within the state of California and UCSD scope of practice, administers medications, and participates in patient and family education before and after procedure. This position will also assist with sterile processing of instruments, as well as room turnover, all in compliance with UCSD MCPs. Ability to prioritize critical demands and the ability to work in a team environment. Job standards are to be performed at the expert level.

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual: English/Spanish.
• ACLS and/or ART.
• Ambulatory Care experience.
• In-depth Urological Provider and Nurse Clinic Procedure experience within last 6 months.
• Experience with Urology nursing procedures such as catheter changes and bladder installations.
• Experience with sterile processing of instruments.
• Experience with urology procedures, including prostate biopsies and cystoscopies.
• Experience with EPIC/electronic medical records.
  
  

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
  
  

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

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.

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  Health Care Provider

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  Higher Education

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