Licensed Vocational Nurse II Fertility Coordinator

Sutter Health•San Jose, CA

About The Position

Provides nursing care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or physician, within the legal scope of practice and established standards, policies, and procedures. Uses education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to build confidence and cooperation with patients, their support groups, and healthcare providers. Applies sound judgment and clinical skills to implement the patient’s plan of care based on diagnosis in a timely manner. Supports department operations by distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed. Follows applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety and support optimal patient care.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Vocational Nursing; may be evidenced by an LVN/LPN license provided before the start date.
California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license for California-based jobs.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
Knowledge of basic nursing skills, medical procedures, and medical equipment.
Ability to interpret information and instructions presented in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
Time-management and organizational skills, including prioritizing assignments and meeting deadlines within standardized procedures and scientific methods.
General knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, manage multiple tasks, and work in an environment with interruptions.
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers.

Nice To Haves

One year of recent relevant experience.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or physician and within the legal scope of practice.
Build patient and support-group confidence and cooperation through effective patient interaction.
Implement the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner.
Support department functionality by distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed.
Follow applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety.