Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Washington Health Medical Group • Fremont, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and licensed vocational nurses (LVNs) provide basic nursing care. They work under the direction of registered nurses and doctors. This role is responsible for preparing procedure rooms, prepping patients for procedures, and assisting physicians. The LVN will anticipate procedure needs, assist with minor surgical procedures, and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. They will also manage supplies, perform injections, room patients, document vital signs and health records, and obtain physician authorizations. Depending on clinic needs, the LVN may also act as a Patient Service Coordinator or Medical Assistant.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Practical Nursing, and must show evidence of licensure in the state of California.
• Teamwork Orientation.
• Ethical Conduct.
• Communication Proficiency.
• Organizational Skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepares procedure rooms, prepping patients for procedures, assisting physicians in procedures.
• Anticipates procedure needs and outcomes to have necessary equipment available.
• Assists with minor surgical procedures in a sterile setting.
• Prepares labels and sends urine, biopsy, and culture specimens to appropriate laboratories.
• Carries out clinical research protocols.
• Irrigates bladder independently and inserts and removes catheters.
• Performs the removal of breast, back, gall bladder and all other surgical drains during post-operation care.
• Oversees all exam rooms are properly equipped, stocked and organized.
• Manages the ordering of all supplies for clinic.
• Participates in licensed vocational nursing processes as directed, including possessing knowledge of male/female anatomy, sterile technique, medication administration, equipment and instruments needed for specialized procedures.
• Performs injections as directed by physician
• Rooms patients after paperwork is complete. Documents chief complaint, vital signs, and updates health record in patient's chart.
• Obtains physician’s authorization for diagnostic tests and referrals, procedures, and medication, etc.
• May also act as a Patient Service Coordinator and/or Medical Assistant based on clinic need and required certification.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED