LVN-PrevMed Ctr Hlth Promotion

Loma Linda • Loma Linda, CA

6d • $28 - $37 • Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)-PrevMed Center Health Promotion is responsible for nursing care of patients with urgent, emergent, or potential health problems. Assists and participates with the physician, registered nurse and/or medical assistant in performing procedures and patient care responsibilities skillfully. Is a professional nurse who serves as a resource, communicates effectively, reports appropriate findings, follows through in a timely manner, and maintains positive working relationships. Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate from a school of Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN) required.
• Minimum one year of LVN experience required.
• Active California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) License required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• Ability to read, write legibly, and speak English with professional quality.
• Ability to use computer and software programs necessary to the position.
• Ability to troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment.
• Ability to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others.
• Ability to be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies.
• Ability to work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure.
• Ability to lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate.
• Ability to accept direction.
• Ability to think critically.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform basic math functions.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments effectively.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload.
• Ability to recall information with accuracy.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care.
• Ability to hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone.
• Ability to identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place/patient care.
• Ability to see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position.
• Ability to discern temperature variances through touch.

Nice To Haves

• Experience preferably in an outpatient setting.
• Spanish language proficiency.
• Intravenous (IV) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care for patients with urgent, emergent, or potential health problems.
• Assist and participate with the physician, registered nurse, and/or medical assistant in performing procedures and patient care responsibilities skillfully.
• Serve as a resource, communicate effectively, report appropriate findings, and follow through in a timely manner.
• Maintain positive working relationships.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Benefits

• Equal opportunities in all aspects of the employment process.
• Reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals requesting an accommodation due to a disability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree