Licensed Vocational Nurse, Express Care

SAC Health•San Bernardino, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The LVN is responsible for managing patient flow and relations within designated areas. Performs patient-oriented procedures and tasks within the scope of their education and training. Provides nursing care to patients who present with urgent, emergent, or potential health problems; utilizes knowledge of basic nursing principles, practices, and ethics. Works under the direction of clinician or other licensed personnel. Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Graduate of an accredited LVN program.
Current LVN License required.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required (must be American Heart Association or Red Cross accredited program).
Valid California driver's license, and auto insurance.
Must receive EPIC certification for the module you have been hired into.
Must have proficient computer skills including data entry.
Must be able to use a variety of office equipment including fax machine, scanner, printer and copier, answering telephones, good digital dexterity, and hand-eye coordination to utilize assessment tools.
Professional and strong communication skills in difficult situations.
Ability to descalate concerns.
Telephone etiquette required.
Ability to translate medical information.
Effective communication.
Team oriented.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Must not now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visas.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one (1) year experience as an LVN is preferred.
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Utilizes LVN Scope of Practice skills and knowledge to anticipate potential problems using preventative care approach.
Formulates alternative solutions using effective problem-solving techniques.
Utilizes nursing knowledge by reacting quickly, calmly, and professionally in emergent, life-threatening situations according to clinic protocol.
Directly responsible for completion of nurse visits under direction of provider.
Assists with directing back-office team on a day-to-day basis, ensuring job tasks are performed in a productive and high quality manner.
Assists with back-office duties such as vitals, injections, venipuncture, or procedures ensuring appropriate collection, handling, labeling, and processing of specimens.
Adjusts work pace when performing multiple tasks, maintains patient flow for optimal function and remains in a calm manner in a stressful environment.
Instructs, schedules, follows up with patients regarding test result, procedures; e.g. labs, imaging ordered by physician.
Notifies patient/parent of test results after physician review.
Evaluates and documents incoming telephone calls, competently evaluates and advises under the direction of the clinician.
Follows up on tests results, e.g., labs, imaging, as assigned by providers.
Participates in quality control functions according to SAC Health Policy and Procedures (expired meds, sterilization criteria, and weekly reports).
Responsible for maintaining all back-office logs.
Responsible for cleanliness and maintenance of all patient care areas, work areas, medical equipment and supplies according to SAC Health Policy and Procedures.
Assists with orientation of new employees, team huddles and training.
Keeps up to date on all SAC Health programs, e.g., VFC, CHDP, FPACT, etc.
Maintains current knowledge of all documents that direct practice, e.g., policies, clinical guidelines, ancillary guidelines, etc.
Performs specialized procedures as allowed by Nurse Practice Act and SAC Health policy.
Collaborates with entire medical support staff to facilitate smooth clinic functions and ensure appropriate teamwork.
Must maintain professional demeanor in all situations.
Ability to be flexible to assist in all departmental areas when needed and travel to other clinics as necessary; must have a reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and auto insurance.
Recognizes learning opportunities and seeks new information/knowledge.
Offers suggestions for improvement of clinic operations.
Ability to collaborate, support and function in a teaching organization that builds, coaches, and embraces interns and residency programs.
Must demonstrate a passion for the team and have the ability to consistently work with rotating providers, residents and interns, while continuously building a trusting, safe, patient centered workplace.
Demonstrate the ability to be culturally sensitive and respect diversity, work effectively and with individuals of different cultures and socioeconomic status, and passion for service.
It is the expectation of SACH that all staff members exhibit critical thinking and problem-solving skills which means going above and beyond your job description to find a solution.
Other duties as outlined in the official job description.

Benefits

Full Benefits Package!
Industry Leading PTO Accrual (accrued per pay period)
Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Paid Jury Duty
Bereavement
SAC Health Covers approximately 85% of Team Member health premium costs (may vary w/benefit plan selection)
Retirement - up to 8% employer contribution
Continuing Education and Learning Benefits
Annual Mission Trip