LVN II - Arcadia Neurosurgery Clinic - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)

Keck Medicine of USC is a community creating a lasting impact in healthcare, where every team member contributes to a culture built on growth, collaboration, and well-being.

About the role

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. The LVN II will provide excellent quality care including patient education, phlebotomy, and may participate in coordinating specific services as directed.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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, and assesses and monitors patients' conditions, notifying physician/healthcare professional as needed.
• Demonstrates professional communication skills for 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 calls, returning calls, receiving and sorting in-coming faxes, obtaining prior authorizations.
• Enters charges into the system accurately and timely.
• 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.
• Assists medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures, and/or diagnostic exams.
• Organizes pharmacy refill requests for physician approval.
• Works independently and in a team setting to accomplish duties in a timely manner.
• Provides 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, ensuring compliance with infection control policies.
• Administers a broader range of medications, including injections and IV medications.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Vocational Nursing Program.
• 3 years of experience in an acute care or ambulatory care setting.
• Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word as well as internet access and utilization.
• Excellent customer service behavior and strong interpersonal skills to handle sensitive situations and confidential information.
• Able to make decisions effectively and with appropriate stakeholder input.

Qualifications

• Valid California Vocational Nursing license (LVN).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification from American Heart Association.
• 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).
• LVN - Intravenous Therapy Certification (CA DCA) – IV certification.
• Keck Program Preceptor Certification – if new hire, must obtain certification within 90 days/next class.

Pay

The hourly rate range for this position is $30.16 - $47.01. 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.

Schedule

Full Time, 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union).