Licensed Vocational Nurse- Annual Wellness Clinic

High Desert Medical Group•Lancaster, CA

3h•$29 - $39•Hybrid

About The Position

High Desert Medical Group is seeking a full-time Licensed Vocational Nurse to work in their Senior Wellness Center. The candidate will be responsible for a variety of clinical tasks including taking vital signs, performing EKGs, spirometry, Dexa Scan, Quantaflow screening, blood draws, and administering injections. They will also be involved in patient education, assisting providers with procedures, adhering to clinical guidelines, and managing patient rooming and discharge. The role includes cross-training in front and back-office duties such as answering phones and scheduling appointments. Local travel to provider offices in the Antelope Valley is required. The position emphasizes treating all colleagues, patients, families, and healthcare team members with dignity and respect.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Graduate from an accredited Vocational Nursing school.
Current CA LVN license.
IV/Phlebotomy certificate.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to handle and prioritize tasks in order to meet all given deadlines and productivity goals.
Ability to responsible handle matters of a confidential nature.
Ability to work in a multi-task, high volume environment.

Nice To Haves

Current CPR/BLS certification preferred.
One year of acute clinic/hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Escort patients to exam rooms and obtain complete and accurate screenings, vital signs and history as it pertains to Wellness, Behavior Health, and other clinical areas.
Document all pertinent information in patient's charts.
Participate, assist, and perform procedures ordered by the provider that is within the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) scope of practice.
Maintain timely patient flow and room availability.
Maintain patient safety and confidentiality.
Reinforce patient education and participate in patient education.
Participate in unit duties, such as stocking and maintain exam rooms, nursing stations, and individual workstation by keeping a clean and consistent area.
Maintain current, accurate documentation, and maintain patient tickler files as appropriate.
Maintain and monitor all equipment used for patient care and testing, including calibration of equipment and reporting discrepancies to leadership.
Assist with training and orientation of new personnel.
Assist with coverage of front office duties as assigned.
Actively participate in nursing huddles and meetings by identifying problems, providing solutions and evaluating outcomes.
Ensure appropriate handling and accurate documentation of all medications and vaccines ordered by the provider.
Remain competent with all aspects of patient care provided in each department, thus being able to float to all departments as needed.
Answer department phones in a courteous and timely manner.
Be knowledgeable of referral system and ensure accurate and timely follow-through with all referral reports and referrals generated.
Initiate and appropriately participate in a Code White, Code Blue, Code Red, and Code Grey within the guidelines of scope of practice.
Complete monthly inspection and maintenance of department crash cart.
Perform other duties as assigned, including but not limited to local travel to affiliated IPA offices, medical facilities, and patient home visits as it pertains to the job.