Description
UCLA HEALTH
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Description
Under
the direct supervision of the designated clinical staff member, the Senior LVN
provides direct patient care for diverse patient population. In this role, you
will work with clinic management, administration, faculty physicians, fellows,
residents, medical students, and other clinical staff to include LVNs and 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. Coordinate and prioritize tasks and protocols
established by the department and/or Administration.
Hourly
salary range: $36.34
– $47.94
Qualifications
Required:
- Possess active license issued by the State of CA Board
of Vocational Nurse Examiners with Intravenous Therapy and blood
withdrawal certification. - Possession of active CPR BLS
from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. - 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. - Interpersonal skills in
maintaining a cooperative working environment with the physicians, staff,
and all health providers. - Performs phlebotomy, CPR,
Injections, and other skills within scope of practice. - 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 - 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 procedure.