LVN - Pediatrics - Playa Vista, CA
About The Position
Join Cedars-Sinai, an organization consistently recognized for excellence in healthcare. We are seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) for our Pediatrics department in Playa Vista. Cedars-Sinai has been honored for its high-quality medical care and employee engagement, making it one of the best places to work in Southern California. As part of the Cedars-Sinai Medical Network, you will contribute to providing excellent care to patients, benefiting from seamless coordination and access to top-tier physicians. This role is ideal for those passionate about high-quality patient care and satisfaction.
Requirements
- Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
- Pediatrics experience
- Required skill set, education requirements, and experience as per job posting.
Nice To Haves
- Military Affiliated Job Seeker (Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers)
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
