Sr. Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Pediatrics Clinic

About the role

The Sr. LVN is responsible for sustaining an environment of intrinsic good will for the practice while providing optimum services to patients. The Sr. LVN provides licensed medical support to medical care providers as a vocational nurse for the department/clinical team to which it is assigned. The Sr. LVN is supervised by a licensed physician or registered nurse when performing duties within the vocational nurse scope of practice. The Sr. LVN works under the direction of clinic/department management for administrative purposes, including customer service, professional behavior & development, assignment & scheduling of work, and performance of job functions not requiring supervision by a LIP.

Responsibilities

• 70% - Patient Care
• 5% - Care Navigation
• 10% - Documentation and Communication
• 5% - Patient Teaching
• 5% - Unit Coordination
• 5% - Computer System Operations

Requirements

• California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
• Valid Intravenous (IV) Therapy and Blood Withdrawal certification
• Graduation from an accredited school of vocational nursing, or completion of education and experience as a corpsman in the United States military
• Two (2) years of Licensed Vocational Nurse experience
• Ability to pass the safe to practice pharmacology exam
• Skills within the scope of practice of a licensed vocational nurse
• Knowledge of common medications, indications, dosage ranges, dilutions, side effects, and potential toxicity, and typical allergic reactions
• Knowledge of basic anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology, with ability to recognize the abnormal
• Observation skills to detect changes in patient’s condition and potential adverse reactions to treatments
• Knowledge of medical terminology sufficient to communicate effectively with patients, health care providers and insurance company representatives regarding appointments, services, procedures, authorizations and referrals
• Ability to accurately interpret physician orders to ensure complete and up-to-date patient records
• Interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all co-workers; to consistently interact with patients and other members of the public with patience, courtesy and professionalism, both in person and on the telephone; and to effectively respond to individuals who may be angry or upset
• Problem solving skills to independently define a problem identify the resources available to help solve the problem, create viable solutions and take the necessary action to implement problem resolution and ensure prompt and satisfactory resolution
• Decision making skills to independently exercise delegated authority to take action and to appropriately seek assistance from others when limits of delegated authority have been reached
• Organizing skills to establish priorities for own work to accomplish a variety of concurrent assignments; respond flexibly to changes in priorities; and maintain work effectiveness in a setting with a high volume of patient activity and frequent interruptions
• Ability to efficiently use computer system applications for all functions required for this position, including typing skills sufficient to use computer keyboard for timely and accurate input and production
• Writing skills, using proper English grammar, spelling and punctuation, sufficient to compose messages and/or routine correspondence, which is clear, concise and easy to understand
• Knowledge of clinic’s practices and protocols related to medical records, medical assisting, nursing support, and other business and office procedures
• Knowledge of pertinent laws, regulations, and guidelines governing medical records; confidentiality, privacy, and provision toothers, including HIPAA
• Basic knowledge of health care insurance systems as related to required job functions for this position, including Medicare, Medi-Cal, HMO, PPO, fee-for-service, and workers’ compensation, sufficient to properly obtain and track authorizations, make referrals, coordinate hospital admissions, medication authorization, DME and explain provisions and requirements to patients

Qualifications

• Epic or Electronic Health Record experience
• Two years recent LVN experience in Peds

Skills

• Skills within the scope of practice of a licensed vocational nurse
• Knowledge of common medications, indications, dosage ranges, dilutions, side effects, and potential toxicity, and typical allergic reactions
• Knowledge of basic anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology, with ability to recognize the abnormal
• Observation skills to detect changes in patient’s condition and potential adverse reactions to treatments
• Knowledge of medical terminology sufficient to communicate effectively with patients, health care providers and insurance company representatives regarding appointments, services, procedures, authorizations and referrals
• Ability to accurately interpret physician orders to ensure complete and up-to-date patient records
• Interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all co-workers; to consistently interact with patients and other members of the public with patience, courtesy and professionalism, both in person and on the telephone; and to effectively respond to individuals who may be angry or upset
• Problem solving skills to independently define a problem identify the resources available to help solve the problem, create viable solutions and take the necessary action to implement problem resolution and ensure prompt and satisfactory resolution
• Decision making skills to independently exercise delegated authority to take action and to appropriately seek assistance from others when limits of delegated authority have been reached
• Organizing skills to establish priorities for own work to accomplish a variety of concurrent assignments; respond flexibly to changes in priorities; and maintain work effectiveness in a setting with a high volume of patient activity and frequent interruptions
• Ability to efficiently use computer system applications for all functions required for this position, including typing skills sufficient to use computer keyboard for timely and accurate input and production
• Writing skills, using proper English grammar, spelling and punctuation, sufficient to compose messages and/or routine correspondence, which is clear, concise and easy to understand
• Knowledge of clinic’s practices and protocols related to medical records, medical assisting, nursing support, and other business and office procedures
• Knowledge of pertinent laws, regulations, and guidelines governing medical records; confidentiality, privacy, and provision toothers, including HIPAA
• Basic knowledge of health care insurance systems as related to required job functions for this position, including Medicare, Medi-Cal, HMO, PPO, fee-for-service, and workers’ compensation, sufficient to properly obtain and track authorizations, make referrals, coordinate hospital admissions, medication authorization, DME and explain provisions and requirements to patients

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees.

Pay

Salary or Pay Range: $40.95 - $50.94
Salary Frequency: Hourly
Salary Grade: 138

Schedule

Shift (Work Schedule): 0830-1730

Location

Location: UCDMG Elk Grove (PCN136) – Elk Grove, CA

Union Representation

Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical

Appointment Type

Appointment Type: Staff: Career

Percentage of Time

Percentage of Time: 100%

Physical Demands

• Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

References

Reflects an overall meet or exceeds.

Special Requirements

• Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

Background Check

• This position is 100% on-site
• Benefits Eligible: Yes

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of California, Davis is an Equal Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.