LVN/LPN - Santa Clarita Ortho Clinic – Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)

University of Southern California•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$29 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) is an individual with specific knowledge and technical skills to assist the Registered Nurse in providing care for a designated group of patients. The LVN utilizes the Nursing Process to provide therapeutic care to a specific population of patients, under the direction of the Registered Nurse. Under general supervision, provides day-to-day staff, logistical and administrative assistance to the Orthopaedic Clinic. Schedules appointments; screens and refers phone calls; communicates and interacts with patients; provides clerical and staff support to the Department and assists with clinical operations as required and permitted.

Requirements

High school or equivalent
Specialized/technical training Graduate of an accredited Vocational Nursing Program
Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients.
Demonstrate excellent customer service behavior.
Strong interpersonal skills to handle sensitive situations and confidential information
Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVN (CA DCA) Valid California Vocational Nursing license
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association
Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)

Nice To Haves

2 years Two years experience in an acute care or ambulatory care setting preferred.
LVN - Intravenous Therapy Certification (CA DCA)

Responsibilities

Uses and practices basic assessment, participates in planning, executes interventions in accordance with the plan of care or treatment plan, and contributes to evaluation of individualized interventions related to the care plan or treatment plan.
Provides direct patient care.
Administers medications.
Demonstrates professional communication skills for the purpose of patient care, education and multidisciplinary team collaboration.
Schedules and receives patients.
Prepares and maintains medical records.
Performs basic secretarial and medical transcription duties.
Enters charges into the system in an accurate and timely fashion.
Handles telephone calls and writes correspondences.
Serves as a liaison between physicians and other individuals.
Takes patient histories and vital signs.
Implements an effective and efficient patient flow.
Performs first aid and CPR if needed.
Assists physicians with exams and treatments as permitted by license.
Organizes pharmacy refill requests for physician approval.
Ability to work independently and in a team setting to accomplish duties in a timely manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.