LVN II - Orthopedics Surgery Associates Verdugo - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)

$29 - $45.20 / hour

The Licensed Vocational Nurse II (LVN II) is an individual with specific knowledge and technical skills to assist the Registered Nurse (RN) or Medical Provider. The LVN II utilizes the Nursing Process to provide therapeutic care to a specific population of patients, under the direction of the RN or Provider. LVN II will provide excellent quality care including patient education, phlebotomy and may participate in coordinating specific services as directed.

Essential Duties

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
Escorts patients to exam rooms, obtains and appropriately records patient vital signs/medication list, monitors patient flow, assists physicians with minor clinical procedures, performs EKGs, prepares patient chart with pertinent medical information, administers medication as directed by physician.
Provides direct patient care.
Administers medications.
Assess and monitor patients condition and notify physician/health care professional.
Demonstrates professional communication skills for the purpose of patient care, education and multidisciplinary team collaboration.
Schedules diagnostic tests ordered by the physician as needed.
Schedules and receives patients.
Prepares and maintains medical records.
Performs various administrative duties, including answering phone patient calls, returning phone calls, receiving and sorting in-coming faxes, obtaining prior authorizations.
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. Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams
Organizes pharmacy refill requests for physician approval.
Ability to work independently and in a team setting to accomplish duties in a timely manner.
Provide medical information and education to patients, following established protocols and guidelines.
Triages patients in person and over the telephone.
Ensures patient's right to privacy, safety, and confidentiality is maintained. Maintains a safe environment in accordance with standards, policies, and safety regulations. Ensures compliance with infection control policies.
Assess and monitor patients condition and notify physician/health care professional.
Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams.
Provide medical information and education to patients, following established protocols and guidelines.
Administers a broader range of medications, including injections and IV medications.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Req High School or equivalent
Req Specialized/technical training Graduate of an accredited Vocational Nursing Program
Req 3 years Experience in an acute care or ambulatory care setting.
Req Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients.
Req Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word as well as Internet access and utilization.
Req Demonstrate excellent customer service behavior.
Req Strong interpersonal skills to handle sensitive situations and confidential information
Req Able to make decisions effectively and with appropriate stakeholder input

Preferred Qualifications:

Required Licenses/Certifications:

Req Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVN (CA DCA) Valid California Vocational Nursing license
Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association
Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)
Req LVN - Intravenous Therapy Certification (CA DCA) IV certification
Req Keck Program Preceptor Certification *If new hire, must obtain certification within 90 days/next class

The hourly rate range for this position is $29.00 – $45.20. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.

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