Senior Dermatology LVN & Mentor

UC San Diego Health; California (MO); On-site; USD 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health in La Jolla seeks a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to support dermatology clinic activity under RN supervision. You will assist with triage, exams, medications, venipuncture, lab tests, and patient education. This role offers a daytime, 80% appointment schedule and a competitive hourly pay range.

Senior LVN responsibilities include training other nurses and handling more complex tasks as needed, with a collaborative, patient‑centered practice environment.

Qualifications

• LVN license issued by California.
• BART or BLS at hire with plan to obtain BART within 6 months.
• Recent LVN experience in a clinical setting; Sr. LVN level requires 2+ years.
• Knowledge of universal precautions and body mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient triage and examinations in the dermatology clinic.
• Administer medications, draw blood, collect lab tests, and educate patients.
• Perform venipuncture and IV access; support team-based patient care.
• Senior LVNs may train and validate competencies of staff nurses.

Skills

Initiative

Teamwork

Compassion

Critical thinking

Patient education

Safety awareness

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse California

Tools

EPIC

IDX

PCIS

Phlebotomy

Job description

UC San Diego Health in La Jolla seeks a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to support dermatology clinic activity under RN supervision. You will assist with triage, exams, medications, venipuncture, lab tests, and patient education. This role offers a daytime, 80% appointment schedule and a competitive hourly pay range.

Senior LVN responsibilities include training other nurses and handling more complex tasks as needed, with a collaborative, patient‑centered practice environment.