Sr. LVN - Primary Care, Ventura

University of California - Los Angeles Health; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 52,348 - 68,880; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health in Ventura, CA is seeking a Sr. LVN to deliver direct patient care across a diverse population. You will collaborate with clinic management, physicians, fellows, residents, medical students, and nursing staff to maintain high standards of care and respond to life-threatening emergencies.

You will coordinate tasks and enforce department protocols to ensure safe, efficient patient flow. The position offers a supportive environment within UCLA Health's renowned health system, with

Qualifications

• Active CA LVN license with IV therapy and blood withdrawal certification.
• BLS/CPR certification by AHA or Red Cross.
• Performs phlebotomy, CPR, injections 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
• Proficiency in computer skills and use of computerized patient care systems
• Knowledge of safety requirements when handling biohazardous specimens or contaminated instruments
• Interpersonal skills to maintain a cooperative working environment with physicians and staff
• Verbal skills to convey sensitive information courteously
• 6+ months LVN experience

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for a diverse patient population.
• Coordinate and prioritize tasks and protocols established by the department.
• Collaborate with clinic management, administration, faculty physicians, fellows, residents, medical students, and other staff.

Job description

Description

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.

Salary range: $38.16 - $50.34 Hourly

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