What are the responsibilities and job description for the (LVN) Resource Nurse - 128511 position at UC San Diego?
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Under direct supervision of the clinic manager and the general supervision of the clinic providers and licensed nursing staff, performs a wide variety of patient care activities in support of clinic activity requiring specific knowledge and training in patient care duties within business and professions code of the State of California and/or TJC regulations. Duties include but are not limited to patient triage processing, preparation, and assistance with patient examinations, administering medications, drawing blood, collecting and preparing laboratory tests, and patient education. As needed, the LVN Resource assists with front office functions including patient scheduling, environmental care functions, equipment/supply management, and cleaning/disinfecting the clinic environment. Other duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSLicensed 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.
A minimum of two (2) years previous LVN experience in direct patient care.
Skills in accurately taking and recording vital signs, height and weight; administering medication including injections; interviewing patients; and collecting specimens.
Knowledge of the normal range of values for vital signs, emergency procedures, and of basic lab and infection control procedures; standard items used to stock exam rooms.
Proven knowledge of the patient flow process in order to efficiently monitor appointments, patients and available physicians.
Recent experience in a similar role and setting Knowledge in medical terminology, online scheduling, universal precautions, and proper use of body mechanics.
Demonstrated knowledge of the patient flow process in order to efficiently monitor appointments, patients and available physicians.
General knowledge of pharmaceuticals and able to process PARs.
Proven ability to serve as a resource and effectively lead and mentor teams. Ability to take initiative, prioritize demands and work in a team environment.
Possess the personal characteristics of professionalism, credibility, commitment to high standards, innovation, discriminating judgment and accountability.
- Three (3) years of experience in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine and/or a Pediatrics environment.
- Proven front office experience.
- Experience with EPIC and Cadence module.
- Experience with Point of Care Testing.
- Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma and/or process improvement.
- Procedures experience.
- Pediatrics experience.
- Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
- Must be able to work various hours and location based on business needs.
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $69,322 - $86,193 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $33.20 - $41.28
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Posted: 3/1/2024
Job Reference #: 128511
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