Sr. LVN - Primary Care (Hollywood)

University of California - Los Angeles Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 53,092 - 70,037; Full time

Job summary

University of California - Los Angeles Health is seeking a Sr. LVN to provide direct patient care under the supervision of clinical staff.

You will collaborate with physicians, residents, students, and ancillary personnel to deliver high-quality care, recognize emergencies, and prioritize department protocols. The role requires an active CA LVN license with IV therapy/blood withdrawal certification and BLS; strong computer skills and ability to use EHR are essential.

Qualifications

• Active CA LVN license with IV therapy and blood withdrawal certification.
• BLS from Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• 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.
• Interpersonal skills in maintaining a cooperative working environment with physicians, staff, and all health providers.
• Performs phlebotomy, CPR, injections, and other skills within scope of practice.
• Demonstrate proficiency in computer skills, Windows navigation, and electronic patient care systems.
• Knowledge of safety requirements when handling biohazardous specimens or contaminated instruments.
• Verbal skills to convey sensitive information courteously in person or on the telephone.
• Preferred: knowledge of instruments and supplies to perform physical examinations and/or procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under supervision of clinical staff.
• Coordinate and prioritize tasks and protocols established by the department/Administration.
• Work with clinic management, physicians, fellows, residents, students, and staff to ensure high standards of care.
• Recognize and respond to life-threatening emergencies.
• Maintain safety and proper handling of specimens and equipment.

Skills

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

Injections

Communication

Education

CA LVN license with IV therapy/blood withdrawal cert

BLS certification (Red Cross/ARC or AHA)

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Computer literacy (Windows, care systems)

Job description

Description

Under the
direct supervision of the designated clinical staff member, the Sr. LVN provides direct
patient care for diverse patient population. Works with clinic management,
administration, faculty physicians, fellows, residents, medical students, and
other clinical staff to include LVN's and MA's 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. Coordinate and prioritize tasks and protocols established by the
department and/or Administration.

Salary range: $38.54 - $50.84 hourly

Qualifications

• Possess active license issued by the State of CA Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners with Intravenous Therapy and blood withdrawal certification.
• Possession of active BLS from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• 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.
• Interpersonal skills in maintaining a cooperative working environment with the physicians, staff, and all health providers.
• Performs phlebotomy, CPR, Injections, and other skills within scope of practice.
• 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.
• 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.