Senior LVN - Per Diem, Flexible Day Shifts

University of California San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California San Diego is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) for the UC San Diego Health Alpha Clinic in a per diem role. The Senior LVN will handle patient care, medication administration, IV/BW duties, data collection, and study procedures under supervision.

Shifts are days on Mon/Tue with alternating Wednesdays; additional shifts on Thu/Fri are possible to support clinic operations. LVN license in CA required; IV/BW and BLS/BART within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Current, valid LVN license issued by the state of California.
• LVN license must include IV/BW certification.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within 6 months of hire date.
• Minimum of two (2) years LVN experience.
• Demonstrated experience working with EPIC.
• Knowledge and skills in basic nursing techniques including venipuncture and blood specimen collection.
• Proficiency in nursing procedures, specimen collection, handling, and testing.
• Knowledge of universal precautions and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Performs a wide range of patient care activities under supervision.
• Prioritizes and assists with patient phone calls and data collection.
• Administers medications and reviews treatment plans.
• Performs clinical study–related procedures per protocols.
• Acts as liaison between physicians and patients and educates patients and families.

Skills

Venipuncture

EPIC experience

Effective communication

Confidentiality & privacy

Organizational skills

Education

California LVN license with IV/BW certification

Tools

EPIC software

Job description

University of California San Diego is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) for the UC San Diego Health Alpha Clinic in a per diem role. The Senior LVN will handle patient care, medication administration, IV/BW duties, data collection, and study procedures under supervision.

Shifts are days on Mon/Tue with alternating Wednesdays; additional shifts on Thu/Fri are possible to support clinic operations. LVN license in CA required; IV/BW and BLS/BART within 6 months.