Senior Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – Primary Care

About the role

The LVN utilizes the nursing process to assess and identify the individual needs of patients through observation of disease symptoms, emotional state, laboratory reports, cultural and socio-economic background, and response to medical regimen and treatment. Additionally, they are required to learn and apply the Patient-Centered Medical Home Standards and Ten Building Blocks of Primary Care. In collaboration with Medical Home health care providers, nurses, and medical assistants, the LVN assumes clinical responsibility for administration of medications and vaccines, lab result review and monitoring, treatments and procedures pertinent to pediatric and adult primary care, including ear irrigations, wound care, urethral catheterization, and patient education.

Responsibilities

• Identify patient needs and responses to medical regimens and treatment through observation of symptoms, emotional state, and cultural and socioeconomic background.
• Recognize and report physical and emotional conditions, needs, and concerns to appropriate members of the health care team.
• Alert providers to unusual patient observations requiring immediate attention.
• Report emergency or unsafe patient care conditions through established reporting processes.
• Collaborate with the health care team to discuss health care service alternatives and develop short- and long-range goals to meet patient needs.
• Plan patient care using knowledge of physical and emotional processes and cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Maintain exam room cleanliness, organization, and supply management.
• Support population management through inreach and outreach activities.
• Prepare and instruct patients regarding diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and treatments.
• Absorb and administer medications while maintaining current pharmacology knowledge and competency.
• Evaluate and document patient responses to nursing care, procedures, and treatments in the electronic medical record.
• Respond appropriately during emergencies and participate in safety drills.
• Comply with Ambulatory Services and Medical Center policies, infection control standards, safety requirements, and regulatory activities.
• Complete annual competency testing as required.
• Organize activities to support patient needs and efficient patient flow.
• Maintain communication and continuity of care with patients, families, and members of the health care team.
• Obtain, record, and communicate information clearly and concisely.
• Demonstrate professionalism and adherence to Medical Center telephone and electronic communication standards.
• Complete assigned InBasket tasks, including cross-coverage responsibilities.
• Foster positive relationships with patients, families, visitors, and staff.
• Work collaboratively with providers, supervisors, nursing staff, and administrative personnel.
• Participate in daily huddles to support efficient and patient-centered care.
• Demonstrate Everyday PRIDE values and AIDET communication principles.
• Participate in identifying and documenting patient educational needs.
• Provide patients with information and referrals to support informed decision-making.
• Reinforce health teaching using understandable language.
• Utilize and document interpreter services when appropriate.
• Verify patient and family understanding through return demonstration or feedback.
• Maintain and utilize educational resources.
• Participate in patient action planning and health coaching activities.
• Participate in performance improvement activities, health coaching training, health care maintenance support, and Patient-Centered Medical Home initiatives.
• Aid in data collection and recommendations related to improvement efforts.
• Report and follow up on environmental and safety concerns.
• Support cost-effective practices and resource utilization.

Qualifications

• Current California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) License.
• Approximately 1–2 years of combined outpatient clinical experience as an LVN and/or Medical Assistant, with preference for LVN experience.
• Experience providing direct patient care in an outpatient Primary Care, Family Medicine, or ambulatory specialty clinic.
• Current IV Therapy & Blood Withdrawal/Venipuncture Certification.
• Current American Heart Association CPR Certification.
• Experience in a pediatric primary care setting.
• Competence in vaccine storage, inventory control, and proper documentation.
• Epic experience.
• Experience assisting with minor procedures in a clinic setting.
• Competence in coordinating and tracking vaccines for patients from infancy through adulthood.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values . In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.