Sr. LVN - Primary Care, Goleta

UCLA Health; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health in Goleta, CA is seeking a Sr. LVN to provide direct patient care in a busy clinical setting. You will collaborate with clinic management, physicians, fellows, residents, and staff to maintain high standards of care and coordinate tasks per department protocols.

This on-site role offers Monday–Friday 8am–5pm, with a pay range of $38.54–$50.84 hourly. An active California LVN license with IV therapy and blood withdrawal certification and BLS/CPR are required.

Qualifications

• Active CA LVN license with IV therapy and blood withdrawal certification.
• BLS/CPR certification by AHA or Red Cross.
• Performs phlebotomy, CPR, injections and other scope-of-practice skills.
• Ability to take vital signs, administer medications and obtain refills as needed.
• Knowledge of safety when handling biohazardous specimens.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for a diverse patient population.
• Coordinate and prioritize tasks with department protocols.
• Work with physicians, fellows, residents and staff to maintain high standards of care.

Skills

Phlebotomy

CPR

Injections

Vital signs

Drug administration

Patient care

Tools

Windows

EMR systems

Job description

Work Location: Goleta, CA, USA

Fully On-Site

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am - 5pm

Posted Date: 09/01/2026

Salary Range: $38.54 - 50.84 Hourly

Employment Type: Indefinite

Job #: 32243

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

There’s nothing more exciting and rewarding than being able to make a significant, positive difference in someone’s life. At UCLA Health, you’ll experience this joy every day while also enjoying the positive, supportive, and collaborative environment that makes ours one of the most loved workplaces. Join us and find out for yourself.

As a Sr. LVN you will provide direct patient care for a diverse patient population. You will work with clinic management, administration, faculty physicians, fellows, residents, medical students, and other clinical staff to include MAs and ancillary personnel in providing total patient care, maintaining high standards of care and recognizing normal and abnormal signs and symptoms of life threatening emergencies. You will also coordinate and prioritize tasks and protocols established by the department.

At UCLA Health, passionate clinicians in a wide range of disciplines have enabled us to become a world-renowned health system with five award-winning hospitals and more than 300 community clinics throughout Southern California. We’re also home to the world-class medical research and clinical education capabilities of the David Geffen School of Medicine. If you’re looking to experience greater challenge and fulfillment in your career, come to UCLA Health.

Pay Range: $38.54 - $50.84

Job Qualifications

Required:

• Active license issued by the State of CA Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners with Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certification
• Possession of BLS/CPR certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Performs phlebotomy, CPR, Injections, and other skills within scope of practice
• Ability to take vital signs, administer medications and obtain drug refills as needed
• Ability to recognize abnormal laboratory values and report to the physician
• Knowledge of symptomatology of common and or life threatening medical problems
• Demonstrate proficiency in computer skills, Windows computer function, computer navigation, and ability to use computerized patient care systems.
• Knowledge of all safety requirements when handling biohazardous specimens or contaminated instruments
• Interpersonal skills in maintaining a cooperative working environment with the physicians, staff, and all health providers
• Verbal skills to effectively convey sensitive information in a courteous manner in person or on the telephone

Preferred:

• Knowledge of all instruments and supplies to perform physical examinations and/or procedures
• 6+ months of LVN experience

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. Current/former UC employees are subject to a personnel file review.