LVN

Seeking an experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) responsible for providing direct and/or indirect nursing care to patients. LVN provides safe and competent professional knowledge and skills in a health care team working under the supervision of Nurse Practitioner NP. LVN administers one-on-one routine care, take vital information from patients, and observe patient health.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Greet patients warmly
• Check the status of each patient consistently as they are treated
• Perform tasks needed for proper start-up and close-up
• Clear understanding of nursing principles
• Assists other clinic staff as needed
• Prepare & administer oral medications as directed by nurse practitioner and physicians’ order
• Provide medical information & education to patients, following established protocols & guidelines
• Document pertinent patient information, assessment & nursing procedures following established protocols
• Maintain patient confidentiality
• Review, explain & clarify physician orders with patient
• Obtain and monitor patient vital signs
• Observe and monitor patient condition for reactions during & after procedures.
• Respond to potential allergic reactions
• Take & record patient vital signs, height, weight, etc
• Perform venipuncture
• Knowledge of computer practice management systems and other computerized systems (Microsoft Office programs, electronic health record systems)
• Communication skills, bilingual in Spanish (preferred)
• Ability to assist in medical emergencies and office procedures
• Ability to use computerized patient care systems
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Interpersonal skills to interact with patients, families, and co-workers in a courteous and compassionate manner
• Ability to order medical and clinical supplies and maintain adequate inventory
• Ability to schedule patient appointments
• Ability to be flexible in working both back and front office to facilitate smooth workflow
• Knowledge of all safety requirements when handling Biohazardous specimens or contaminated instruments

Qualifications

• Current CA LVN License (Required)
• Current BLS Card (Required)
• Minimum of two years’ experience as licensed vocational nurse in a physician office, medical facility or in an Internal medicine (Required)
• IV experience (Required)
• IV Certified (Required)