Description
UCLA HEALTH
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Description
Under the
direct supervision of the designated clinical staff member, provides direct
patient care for diverse patient population. Works with clinic management,
administration, faculty physicians, fellows, residents, medical students, and
other clinical staff to include LVN’s and MA’s 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.
Salary Range: $36.34 – $47.94 hourly
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 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 procedures