Licensed Vocational Nurse

DAP Health•San Jacinto, CA

8d•$28 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides essential nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse, physician, or 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 LVN practices within the California and DAP LVN scope of practice and works with Nursing Leadership on additional training or competencies as needed. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. The role is based on-site at DAP Health’s San Jacinto Health Center in San Jacinto, California. It operates in an office setting and involves frequent sitting, standing, repetitive motion, and talking, as well as the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

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, 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.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Two years of nursing experience is preferred.
Valid IV certification is needed to initiate and maintain peripheral IV therapy for hydration and medication administration.

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 or 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, pulse oximetry, height, and weight.
Assist providers with examinations and procedures, including explaining procedures, positioning and draping patients, and preparing 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 Assistant medications against orders entered in the EHR and document the verification in the EHR.
Insert and discontinue peripheral IVs when appropriate; initiate and maintain peripheral IV therapy for hydration and medication administration with valid IV certification.
Review patient records and forms for completion and accuracy.
Provide patient counseling and education and, when appropriate, assist with case management of patient populations.
Receive and communicate messages for the triage registered nurse or clinicians; do not perform triage.
Clean and sterilize supplies, rooms, and equipment; dispose of contaminated, disposable, and outdated items according to procedure.
Demonstrate competency in clinical equipment before use and on an ongoing basis.
Prepare and replenish treatment-room and exam-room supplies and keep exam rooms orderly and ready for patients.
Maintain quality-assurance logs, including oxygen pressure, glucometer, refrigerator temperature, medication inventory, sample medication inventory, and immunization inventory.
Report equipment maintenance needs to the RN or Nurse Manager and report clinical-area supply-order needs 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.