Sr. LVN - Primary & Specialty Care, Santa Barbara

UCLA Health; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health is seeking a Sr. LVN to provide direct patient care within a high-standard clinical setting in Santa Barbara, CA. You will collaborate with physicians, management, and ancillary staff to ensure quality patient care and efficient workflow.

The role emphasizes patient assessment, emergency recognition, and coordination of care across teams, with a focus on safety and compassionate service."

Qualifications

• Active CA LVN license with IV Therapy and Blood Withdrawal certification.
• BLS/CPR certification through AHA or Red Cross.
• Performs phlebotomy, CPR, injections within scope of practice.
• Ability to take vital signs and administer medications.
• Ability to recognize abnormal labs and report to the physician.
• Proficient with computer systems used in patient care.
• Knowledge of safety requirements handling biohazardous specimens.
• Interpersonal skills to maintain cooperative environment
• Strong verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for a diverse patient population.
• Coordinate with clinic management, physicians, fellows, residents and staff to deliver total patient care.
• Maintain high standards of care and recognize signs of life-threatening emergencies.
• Coordinate and prioritize department tasks and protocols.

Skills

Active CA LVN license

BLS/CPR certification

Phlebotomy

Vital signs

Computer skills

Biohazard safety

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Job description

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Work Location: Santa Barbara, CA, USA

Onsite or Remote

Fully On-Site

Work Schedule

Mon-Fri 8:30-5:30

Posted Date

09/22/2026

Salary Range: $38.54 - 50.84 Hourly

Employment Type

Duration

Indefinite

Job #

32977

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

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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

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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.