(LVN) Sr. Licensed Vocational Nurse - Per Diem - 135879

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 Urgent Care, the Licensed Vocational Nurse performs a wide variety of patient care activities in support of patient care. 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. This position requires initiative, the ability to prioritize critical demands, and the ability to work in a team environment.

• 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.

• Two (2) years of demonstrated LVN experience in direct patient care.

• Strong skills in accurately taking and recording vital signs, height, and weight; administering medication, including injections; interviewing patients; and collecting and/or testing specimens.

• Requires knowledge of universal precautions and proper use of body mechanics.

• Able to care for medically complex acute patients in collaboration with registered nurses.

• Excellent communication skills.

• ACLS and/or ART.
• Registration Experience.
• Experience in emergency department, urgent care, and/or express care is preferred.
• IV Certification.
• POCT.
• Proficiency in emergency interventions and procedures such as wound care, splinting, IV insertion, EKGS, medication administration, and emergency response.
• Strong clinical assessment skills, including the ability to quickly and accurately assess patients with a wide range of acute conditions such as injuries, infections, and chronic disease flare-ups.
• Proven ability to apply strong critical thinking and sound judgment to make swift, independent decisions in high-pressure environments, while ensuring seamless coordination with providers and the care team.
• Available to work weekends.

• Must be able to work based on business needs.
• Minimum 4 - 6 shifts a month (once-a-week availability, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays).
• This position may float to the other locations as needed.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.