(LVN) Licensed Vocational Nurse - Dermatology
The University of California, San Diego
About this position
Position Description
UC San Diego Health is proud to be a four-time Magnet-designated organization and has now earned Magnet with Distinction from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Magnet is the gold standard for nursing excellence, achieved by only about 10% of hospitals worldwide. Magnet with Distinction is awarded to the highest-performing Magnet organizations, with only a select few earning this prestigious honor. This recognition reflects our commitment to transformational leadership, professional nursing excellence, innovation, exceptional patient outcomes, and an empowering practice environment where nurses thrive. Under general supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) in the assigned department, the LVN performs a wide variety of patient care activities in support of clinic activity. This includes prioritizing and assisting in patient triage processing, preparing and assisting with patient examinations, administering medications, drawing blood, collecting and preparing laboratory tests, patient education, venipuncture, and IV access. At the senior level, the LVN assists with training and validation of competencies of Vocational Nurses and per diem Vocational Nurses, and other patient care support as required. Additionally, Sr. LVNs are assigned to more complex tasks, and provide patient education and staff training. Performs other related duties as assigned. This position requires initiative, the ability to prioritize critical demands, and the ability to work in a team environment.
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. Recent experience in a similar role and setting. (A minimum of two (2) years of LVN experience is required to be hired at the Sr. LVN level.) Completion of educational requirements for licensure as a licensed vocationalnurse in California. Must possess the skills, knowledge, and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position. Knowledge of universal precautions and proper use of body mechanics. Demonstrated experience working with a team to provide high-quality patient care. Ability to take initiative, prioritize critical demands, exercise independent judgment, and work in a team environment. Must demonstrate compassion and empathy towards patient care.