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Job description
Description There's nothing more exciting and rewarding than being able to make a significant, positive difference in someone's life. At UCLA Health, you'll experience this joy every day while also enjoying the positive, supportive, and collaborative environment that makes ours one of the most loved workplaces. Join us and find out for yourself.
As a Sr. LVN you will provide direct patient care for a diverse patient population. You will work with clinic management, administration, faculty physicians, fellows, residents, medical students, and other clinical staff to include MAs and ancillary personnel in providing total patient care, maintaining high standards of care and recognizing normal and abnormal signs and symptoms of life threatening emergencies. You will also coordinate and prioritize tasks and protocols established by the department.
At UCLA Health, passionate clinicians in a wide range of disciplines have enabled us to become a world-renowned health system with five award-winning hospitals and more than 300 community clinics throughout Southern California. We're also home to the world-class medical research and clinical education capabilities of the David Geffen School of Medicine. If you're looking to experience greater challenge and fulfillment in your career, come to UCLA Health.
Pay Range: $38.54 - $50.84
Qualifications Required:
Active license issued by the State of CA Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners with Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certification
Possession of BLS/CPR certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Performs phlebotomy, CPR, Injections, and other skills within scope of practice
Ability to take vital signs, administer medications and obtain drug refills as needed
Ability to recognize abnormal laboratory values and report to the physician
Knowledge of symptomatology of common and or life threatening medical problems
Demonstrate proficiency in computer skills, Windows computer function, computer navigation, and ability to use computerized patient care systems.
Knowledge of all safety requirements when handling biohazardous specimens or contaminated instruments
Interpersonal skills in maintaining a cooperative working environment with the physicians, staff, and all health providers
Verbal skills to effectively convey sensitive information in a courteous manner in person or on the telephone
Preferred:
Knowledge of all instruments and supplies to perform physical examinations and/or procedures
6+ months of LVN experience
Who can apply
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