(LVN) Licensed Vocational Nurse - Pain Clinic
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 the direct supervision of a registered nurse in the assigned clinic, 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, assistance with in-clinic procedures, 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 duties as assigned. Job standards are to be performed at the EXPERT level. Depending on experience and qualifications of the selected candidate, this position will be hired at the LVN (entry level/new grad) or Sr. LVN level.
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. Demonstrated LVN experience in direct patient care. Two (2) years of LVN experience required to be hired at the Sr. LVN level. Proven skills in accurately taking and recording vital signs, height and weight. Experience administering medication including injections; interviewing patients; and collecting and/or testing specimens. Ability to take initiative, prioritize critical demands, exercise independent judgement, and work in a team environment. Knowledge and training in patient care, environmental care functions, medication/supplies/equipment supply management.