Licensed Vocational Nurse
About The Position
Optum CA is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to join its team in Pasadena, California. As part of the Optum Care Delivery team, the LVN performs moderately complex and/or specialized patient-oriented procedures under the supervision of a clinician or Registered Nurse (RN) to help ensure patients receive appropriate care. The role also includes operational duties under the supervision of the site administrator or designee. Optum’s Pacific West region focuses on health equity, affordability, quality, and convenience, serving patients across California, Oregon, and Washington. The organization describes itself as clinician-led and provides clinical resources, data, and support to its team members. The role offers opportunities for development and is part of an organization focused on improving healthcare through people, technology, and innovation.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse program.
- Active, unrestricted LVN license from the state of California.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain it at the time of hire.
- I.V. and blood withdrawal certification.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification.
- Pediatric advanced life support (PALS) certification.
- At least 1 year of experience working as an LVN/LPN.
Responsibilities
- Direct patients to the proper exam or treatment area and prepare them for examinations and other procedures; assist with patient transportation and patient flow.
- Obtain records and report vital signs and other pertinent patient information to the RN or clinician.
- Administer medication, perform patient tests, and instruct patients on procedural preparations under the supervision of a clinician or RN.
- Notify pharmacies of new prescriptions and authorizations for refills as ordered by the clinician.
- Collect, label, and transport specimens to appropriate destinations.
- Manage patient hospitalizations and bed days.
- Maintain and clean exam and treatment areas and medical equipment.
- Maintain logs and records of medical procedures, and inventory supplies.
- Perform telephone screening.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Incentive and recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase plan.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
