(LVN) Licensed Vocational Nurse – Gastroenterology – 136596

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DESCRIPTION

The LVN/Sr LVN plays a vital role in supporting clinic operations by performing a wide range of patient care activities. Responsibilities include assisting with patient triage, preparing patients for examinations, administering medications, conducting and documenting breath tests, and providing overall clinical support. This position requires strong initiative, the ability to prioritize critical tasks efficiently, and the capacity to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.

Under the direct supervision of a registered nurse in the assigned department, performs a wide variety of patient care activities in support of clinic activity. This includes prioritizing and assisting in patient triage processing, preparation and assistance with patient examinations, administering medications, drawing blood, collecting and preparing laboratory tests, and patient education. Position requires initiative, able to prioritize critical demands and the ability to work in a team environment. Other related duties as assigned

Located in Hillcrest, the McGrath Outpatient Pavilion is a state-of-the-art, 250,000-square-foot medical facility designed to meet the growing healthcare needs of our region. Spanning six floors, this advanced facility is home to key clinical programs and offers specialized diagnostic, treatment, and surgical services. With a strong emphasis on cancer care, we are committed to delivering world-class medical services in a patient-centered environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – issued by the state of California.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.
• Knowledge of universal precautions and proper use of body mechanics
• Ability to take initiative, prioritize critical demands and work in a team environment.
• Willing to work overtime as required.

Additional qualifications below are required to be hired as a Sr. LVN
– A minimum of two (2) years of LVN experience to be considered for the Sr. level LVN.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience working in a healthcare setting

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work flexible hours which may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, on-call, and some overtime, if necessary, for unexpected staffing issues.
• Must be able to work various locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

UC San Diego Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://www-hr.ucsd.edu/saa/nondiscr.html

 

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