The Licensed Vocational Nurse II (LVN II) is an individual with specific knowledge and technical skills to assist the Registered Nurse (RN) or Medical Provider. The LVN II utilizes the Nursing Process to provide therapeutic care to a specific population of patients, under the direction of the RN or Provider. LVN II will provide excellent quality care including patient education, phlebotomy and may participate in coordinating specific services as directed.
Departmental Specific SummaryEssential Duties- 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
- Escorts patients to exam rooms, obtains and appropriately records patient vital signs/medication list, monitors patient flow, assists physicians with minor clinical procedures, performs EKGs, prepares patient chart with pertinent medical information, administers medication as directed by physician.
- Provides direct patient care.
- Administers medications.
- Assess and monitor patients condition and notify physician/health care professional.
- Demonstrates professional communication skills for the purpose of patient care, education and multidisciplinary team collaboration.
- Schedules diagnostic tests ordered by the physician as needed.
- Schedules and receives patients.
- Prepares and maintains medical records.
- Performs various administrative duties, including answering phone patient calls, returning phone calls, receiving and sorting in-coming faxes, obtaining prior authorizations.
- 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. Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams
- Organizes pharmacy refill requests for physician approval.
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting to accomplish duties in a timely manner.
- Provide medical information and education to patients, following established protocols and guidelines.
- Triages patients in person and over the telephone.
- Ensures patient's right to privacy, safety, and confidentiality is maintained. Maintains a safe environment in accordance with standards, policies, and safety regulations. Ensures compliance with infection control policies.
- Assess and monitor patients condition and notify physician/health care professional.
- Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams.
- Provide medical information and education to patients, following established protocols and guidelines.
- Administers a broader range of medications, including injections and IV medications.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications: - Req High School or equivalent
- Req Specialized/technical training Graduate of an accredited Vocational Nursing Program
- Req 3 years Experience in an acute care or ambulatory care setting.
- Req Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients.
- Req Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word as well as Internet access and utilization.
- Req Demonstrate excellent customer service behavior.
- Req Strong interpersonal skills to handle sensitive situations and confidential information
- Req Able to make decisions effectively and with appropriate stakeholder input
Required Licenses/Certifications:- Req Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVN (CA DCA) Valid California Vocational Nursing license
- Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association
- Req 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)
- Req LVN - Intravenous Therapy Certification (CA DCA) IV certification
- Req Keck Program Preceptor Certification *If new hire, must obtain certification within 90 days/next
The hourly rate range for this position is $30.16 - $47.01. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
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