Sr. LVN - Wilshire Immediate Care

Company: UCLA Health
Location: Santa Monica
Posted on: June 23, 2022

Job Description:

ResponsibilitiesIn this role, you will participate in total patient care in the ambulatory setting, recognizing normal and abnormal signs and symptoms and life threatening emergencies. Act as a staff person in the office, assisting in patient care, and maintain high standards of care in the community offices. Under the direct supervision of the clinic manager, you will take the role of back office lead. Provide direct patient care for diverse patient population within the practice. Work with clinic management, administration, faculty physicians, fellows, residents, medical students, and other clinical staff to include LVNs, MAs, and ancillary personnel. Independently coordinate and prioritize tasks and protocols established by the department.QualificationsCurrent California LVN License required.
BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required.
Minimum of two years' experience as licensed vocational nurse in a physician office, medical facility or in an Internal medicine
IV/Blood certification is required.
Knowledge of normal and abnormal symptomology and life threatening medical problems.
Ability to skillfully administer oral, IM and subcutaneous medications.
Ability to perform venipuncture with skill, adhering to all OSHA PPE safety requirements.
Ability to obtain accurate vital signs and drug refills.
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, ancillary departments, physicians and co-workers in a courteous and compassionate manner.
Skill to accurately perform a 12-lead EKG.
Ability to assist in orientation of new staff.
Ability to order medical and clinical supplies and maintain adequate inventory.
Ability to schedule patient appointments and encounter patients using the MCCS Appointment Scheduling/Encounter Registration Programs.
Knowledge to schedule patient for referrals to specialists.
Ability to be flexible in working both back and front office to facilitate smooth workflow.
Knowledge and ability to set up and assist physician with any procedures such as, but not limited to audiometry, spirometry, O2 saturation levels, skin tag and mole removals, ear lavage, colposcopies, flexible sigmoidoscopies.
Ability to perform accurate quality control and patient sample testing for waived tests.
Knowledge of all safety requirements when handling Biohazardous specimens or contaminated instruments.
Knowledge of MSDS and emergency treatments.
Prior Urgent Care experience preferred.UCLA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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