(LVN) Sr. Licensed Vocational Nurse - Family Med
The University of California, San Diego
About this position
Position Description
UC San Diego Health is a Magnet designated organization, which is a prestigious recognition that applies to only 10% of all U.S. hospitals. Magnet is the “gold standard” for nursing excellence and is based on strengths in five key areas, which include transformational leadership, structural empowerment, exemplary professional practice, new knowledge, innovation and improvements and empirical outcomes. UC San Diego Health has held its Magnet status since 2011. 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.
Qualifications
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - issued by the state of California. Two years minimum years LVN experience. BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date. Recent experience in a similar role and setting.
Job Location
La Jolla Ambulatory Clinics