LVN - NBGW Urology (Full Time, Day)
About The Position
The Licensed Vocational Nurse provides direct patient care in support of a provider in an ambulatory care setting. Staff and patients may be reassigned to other nursing areas as needed. The LVN also monitors and audits clinic operations to ensure adherence to regulatory and professional standards. The role includes preparing patients for provider visits, administering ordered medications and treatments, assisting with procedures within the LVN’s scope of practice, documenting encounters, reviewing preventive guidelines, and supporting laboratory services as needed. The LVN maintains supplies, participates in quality improvement activities, assists with medication reconciliation and refills through the electronic medical record, and may float to other areas. Attendance and punctuality are essential job functions. The position works Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
Requirements
- Completion of an accredited LVN program.
- Current California LVN license.
- IV certification, or obtain IV certification within 60 days of hire.
- Current AHA or equivalent CPR certification.
- Demonstrated effective time-management skills.
- Maintain current knowledge and skill in ambulatory nursing care appropriate for geriatric, adult, young adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients.
- Adhere to established policies and procedures and demonstrate expected attendance and punctuality.
- Ability to assist patients, ambulate frequently, and stand for prolonged periods.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience in an ambulatory care setting.
- Bilingual ability.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care according to organizational policies and procedures.
- Prepare patients for provider visits, including taking vital signs and collecting clinical data.
- Administer medications and treatments as ordered, including oral medications, injections, IVs, and nebulizer treatments.
- Assist providers and/or perform procedures in the assigned area within scope of practice.
- Document patient encounters according to nursing policies.
- Review preventive guidelines.
- Maintain inventory and prepare supply orders.
- Participate actively in quality improvement activities.
- Maintain a professional demeanor in appearance and attitude.
- Provide laboratory and phlebotomy coverage as needed.
- Perform audits to ensure adherence to regulatory and professional standards.
- Assist with medication reconciliation and medication refills in relation to the electronic medical record.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Float to other areas as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
