LVN - PMOB Oncology and Treatment Center - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)

LVN - PMOB Oncology and Treatment Center

Pasadena, California — Keck Medicine of USC Hospital — Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)

Overview

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) works under the direction of the Registered Nurse and Nurse Manager to assist in providing care for a designated group of patients. The LVN utilizes the Nursing Process to deliver therapeutic care to a specific patient population.

Responsibilities

• Uses and practices basic assessment, participates in planning, executes interventions in accordance with the plan of care or treatment plan, and contributes to evaluation of individualized interventions related to the care plan or treatment plan.
• Provides direct patient care.
• Administers medications.
• Demonstrates professional communication skills for patient care, education and multidisciplinary team collaboration.
• Schedules and receives patients.
• Prepares and maintains medical records.
• Performs basic secretarial and medical transcription duties.
• Enters charges into the system in an accurate and timely fashion.
• Handles telephone calls and writes correspondences.
• Serves as a liaison between physicians and other individuals.
• Takes patient histories and vital signs.
• Implements an effective and efficient patient flow.
• Performs first aid and CPR if needed.
• Assists physicians with exams and treatments as permitted by license.
• Organizes pharmacy refill requests for physician approval.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting to accomplish duties in a timely manner.
• Escorts patients to exam rooms, records vitals/medication lists, monitors patient flow, assists physicians with minor clinical procedures, performs EKGs, prepares patient chart with pertinent medical information, and administers medication as directed by a physician.
• Schedules diagnostic tests ordered by the physician as needed.
• Performs various administrative duties, including handling phone calls, returning calls, processing faxes, and obtaining prior authorizations.
• Maintains patient privacy, safety, and confidentiality; ensures a safe environment in accordance with standards, policies, and safety regulations.
• Ensures compliance with infection control policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of an accredited Vocational Nursing Program
• Ability to work effectively with physicians, staff, and patients
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word and Internet usage
• Excellent customer service behavior
• Strong interpersonal skills to handle sensitive situations and confidential information
• Ability to make decisions effectively with appropriate stakeholder input

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 years of experience in a healthcare setting (preferred)

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Licensed Vocational Nurse (CA DCA) — Valid California Vocational Nursing license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider — American Heart Association
• Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) — card required within 30 days of hire and renewed as required (LA City)

The hourly rate range for this position is $29.00 - $45.20. USC considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education/training, skills, internal equity, and applicable laws and policies when making offers.