Licensed Vocational Nurse

DAP Health•Oceanside, CA

28d•$28 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides essential nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse, physician, and mid-level provider. As a member of the health care team, the LVN performs assigned nursing care activities and supports and exemplifies DAP Health’s mission and values. The role is based onsite at a DAP Health clinic in Oceanside, California, and has no supervisory responsibilities. The LVN practices within the California and DAP LVN Scope of Practice, follows physician orders and protocols, and seeks clarification when needed. The position supports patient preparation and flow, assists clinicians with examinations and procedures, collects specimens, administers medications and performs other assigned clinical tasks. The LVN also maintains clinical rooms, supplies, equipment, records and quality assurance logs; follows department policies; and collaborates with coworkers and nursing leadership on training and competency needs.

Requirements

Licensed as a Vocational Nurse in the State of California.
Current BLS certification obtained through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Effective interpersonal skills.
Ability to use a calculator, telephone, fax machine and copy machine.
Ability to analyze research, prioritize, meet deadlines and maintain confidentiality.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and make decisions.
Proficiency in computer use and the internet.

Nice To Haves

Two years of nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Practice within the California and DAP LVN Scope of Practice.
Follow physician orders and written protocols and seek clarification as needed.
Complete pre-visit preparation for scheduled patients and caseloads, and assist clinicians with patient flow.
Receive and room patients; record chief complaints and health histories, prepare patients for examinations, and record vital signs, oxygen saturation, height and weight.
Assist providers with examinations and procedures, including explaining procedures, positioning and draping patients, and preparing and disinfecting treatment sites.
Collect specimens, draw blood samples, perform EKGs as ordered, and assist with examinations, treatments, minor surgery, dressing changes and splinting.
Administer medications and premixed allergens, and perform skin and patch testing.
Verify Medical Assistants’ medications against orders entered in the EHR and document verification in the EHR.
Insert or discontinue peripheral IVs as appropriate; initiate and maintain peripheral IV therapy for hydration and medication administration when holding valid IV certification.
Review patient records and forms for completeness and accuracy.
Provide patient counseling and education, and assist with case management of patient populations as needed.
Receive and communicate messages for the triage registered nurse or clinicians; do not perform triage.
Clean and sterilize supplies, rooms and equipment, and dispose of contaminated, disposable and outdated items according to proper procedures.
Demonstrate competency in clinical equipment before use and on an ongoing basis.
Prepare and replenish treatment-room and exam-room supplies, and maintain exam rooms in an orderly state of readiness.
Maintain quality assurance logs for oxygen pressure, glucometers, refrigerator temperatures, medication inventory, sample medication inventory and immunization inventory.
Report equipment maintenance needs to the RN or Nurse Manager and ordering needs for clinical materials to the Nurse Manager.
Follow department policies and protocols to support consistent service delivery and quality assurance.
Assist coworkers as needed and maintain good working relationships with clinic personnel.
Attend and participate in staff meetings.
Maintain continuing education, a current license and a current CPR card.
Perform other duties as assigned and work with Nursing Leadership on further training or competency needs.