Licensed Vocational Nurse
About The Position
Optum CA is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to join its team in Santa Clarita, 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. The position supports patient care and clinic operations, including preparing patients for examinations and procedures, reporting vital signs and relevant patient information, administering medications and performing tests under supervision, and maintaining exam areas, equipment, records, and supplies. The role is offered at an hourly rate of $20–$36, based on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. The employer describes a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, an equity stock purchase plan, and a 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse program.
- Active, unrestricted Licensed Vocational Nurse 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 appropriate exam or treatment area and prepare them for examinations and procedures; assist with patient transportation and flow.
- Obtain records and report vital signs and other relevant 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 authorized 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, inventories of supplies, and site readiness for audits.
- 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
No Education Listed
