Outpatient LVN

Pedes Orange County•Irvine, CA

109d•Onsite

About The Position

Orange County Surgical Center is a premier outpatient surgical facility committed to providing the highest quality surgical care. As one of the only Physician-owned and operated ambulatory surgical centers in California, our mission to bridge the gap between healthcare excellence and compassion remains at the forefront of all we do. We are looking for a motivated LVN to join our team.

Requirements

Current LVN license in the state of practice is required
Minimum of two (2) years’ clinical experience in critical care, interventional radiology, or medical/surgical required
IV certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Basic computer skills and proficiency in MS Word required
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to listen attentively and to communicate information clearly and effectively
Demonstrated interpersonal, collaborative, and relationship-building skills; ability to interact positively with teammates at all levels
Demonstrated strengths in organizational, attention to detail, follow-through, analytical, reasoning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated time management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities according to clinical standards; high degree of initiative
Self-directed; able to function independently and as a member of a team, and to foster a positive work environment
Demonstrated exactness in attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to present and document work according to standards required
Demonstrated ability to maintain absolute confidentiality concerning patient information
Ability to remain calm and act appropriately in emergency or life-threatening situations
Empathy, consideration, and respect for patients and teammates
Fluent in the written and verbal skills necessary to perform successfully the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of the position
Ability to read, speak, and write English with clarity of expression sufficient to communicate technical and complex concepts to teammates, patients, and patient family members in clear and easily understandable terms required
The ability to understand clinical/medical vocabulary written or spoken in English is required.

Responsibilities

Pre & post op patients, including IV insertion, pre & post op paperwork, patient education, and discharge instructions.
Monitor patient vitals (HR, BP, O2Sat, EKG) during procedures
Assist in venouse procedure room preparation; maintain sterile techniques in the procedure room; assist with pre- and post-procedures, including assessment of discharge
Assist in recovery room patient care following vascular procedures and venous procedures
Assist in patient bay turnover
Gather patient clinical information prior to procedures, including patient assessments and patient history
Keep clear and accurate patient medical records
Assist the inventory manager in maintaining the inventory count
Attend team meetings, phone conferences, and training as needed
Know, understand, and follow teammate guidelines, employment policies, and procedures
Consistent, regular, punctual attendance as scheduled is an essential responsibility of this position
Oversee and manage the Environment of Care reporting binder for our sites' accreditation