LVN - Pediatrics - Playa Vista, CA
About The Position
Join Cedars-Sinai, an organization consistently recognized for excellence in healthcare. We are seeking a dedicated LVN to join our Pediatrics team in Playa Vista. Cedars-Sinai has been honored on the Honor Roll for nine consecutive years and ranked among the best hospitals nationwide in multiple specialties by U.S. News & World Report. We are committed to providing the highest quality medical care and fostering an inclusive, dynamic environment. This role is part of the Cedars-Sinai Medical Network, dedicated to supporting physicians in delivering excellent patient care through seamless coordination and convenient access to services.
Requirements
- Completion of an accredited Vocational Nurse program
- Valid CA LVN license required
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association and/or the American Red Cross required
- IV/BW (intravenous/blood withdrawal) certification required
Nice To Haves
- 1+ years of LVN experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Sets up exam room/procedure rooms appropriately based on patient visit needs
- Performs initial nursing intake and prepares patients for examination.
- Prepares patients for examination by reviewing current medications and reviewing documents in medical record.
- Prepares medical chart and records patient information needed to support the reason for visit such as vital signs and reason for visit.
- Coordinates prescribed medications, injections, or IV medications using standard process and as advised by provider.
- Provides basic patient care and treatments such as taking vitals, performing diagnostic tests, phlebotomy, and specimen collection advised by the provider.
- Observes patient, documents, and reports any changes in condition to the provider for instructions in taking vital actions for care.
- Evaluates nursing intervention outcomes within the LVN scope of practice.
- Answers patient and physician incoming messages with provider input.
- Serves as a patient advocate and applies appropriate resources to support patient care.
- Provides review of MA skills and performance abilities using designated evaluation tools.
- Performs quality assurance and quality control measures to maintain compliance in the clinical environment.
Benefits
- health and dental insurance
- vacation
- 403(b)
- $3,000 Sign On Bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
