Licensed Vocational Nurse

AltaMed • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

The Licensed Vocational Nurse provides direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Physician. Duties include taking vital signs, performing phlebotomy, gathering patient data, and administering medications. The LVN also verifies medication for Medical Assistants within the LVN’s scope of practice.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited LVN school.
• Hold a current LVN license issued by the State of California, Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.
• Hold a valid BLS certification or higher, following American Heart Association or American Red Cross guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• One year of patient-care experience in an outpatient or inpatient setting, Skilled Nursing, Home Health, or a clinic.
• IV certification.
• Wound care experience.
• Experience and knowledge regarding the physical, mental, and social needs of patients.
• Bilingual English/Spanish/Mandarin/Cantonese, depending on location.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Physician.
• Take and document vital signs.
• Perform phlebotomy.
• Gather patient data.
• Administer medications.
• Verify medication for Medical Assistants within the LVN’s scope of practice.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Commuter Flexible Spending.
• Career advancement and development opportunities.
• Paid Time Off and holidays.
• Paid CME days.
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Corporate Employee Discounts.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program.
• Pet Care Insurance.
• The role may qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed