(LVN) Sr. Vocational Nurse - Urology - 142015

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers; San Diego (CA); In loco; USD 80.000 - 105.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

UC San Diego Health is seeking a Senior Vocational Nurse in the Urology clinic. Under supervision of a registered nurse, you’ll perform patient care activities, triage, prepare and assist with examinations, administer medications, collect lab tests, educate patients, and assist with rooming and intake.

This role requires a California LVN license, BART or BLS on hire with a six‑month plan to obtain BART, and at least two years of LVN experience; EPIC experience is a plus.

Competenze

• Licensed LVN in good standing with the state of California.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to obtain within 6 months.
• Minimum of two years LVN experience.
• Knowledge of universal precautions and body mechanics.
• Ability to take initiative and work in a team.

Mansioni

• Provide patient care in a busy Urology clinic under supervision of a registered nurse.
• Prioritize triage and assist with examinations and pre-procedure data collection.
• Administer medications and collect/prepare lab tests.
• Educate patients and assist with rooming and intake.

Conoscenze

LVN license

Patient care

Teamwork

Formazione

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license

Strumenti

EPIC EMR

Descrizione del lavoro

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 10/30/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

UC San Diego Health is proud to be a four-time Magnet-designated organization and has now earned Magnet with Distinction from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Magnet is the gold standard for nursing excellence, achieved by only about 10% of hospitals worldwide. Magnet with Distinction is awarded to the highest-performing Magnet organizations, with only a select few earning this prestigious honor. This recognition reflects our commitment to transformational leadership, professional nursing excellence, innovation, exceptional patient outcomes, and an empowering practice environment where nurses thrive.

Under general supervision of a registered nurse in the Urology clinic, the Senior Vocational nurse 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 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, assist physician and team during procedures and assist in post-procedure recovery area.

This position, functioning within the state of California and UCSD scope of practice, administer medications, and participate 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.
• Ability to take initiative, prioritize critical demands, exercise independent judgement and work in a team environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bilingual: English/Spanish.
• Ambulatory Care experience.
• Experience performing urology procedures, such as catheter changes and bladder instillations, and assisting with cystoscopies or prostate biopsies..
• Experience with sterile fields and assisting with sterile procedures.
• Experience with urology procedures, including prostate biopsies and cystoscopies.
• Experience with EPIC/electronic medical record.

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: $79,532 - $104,922 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $38.09 - $50.25

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).