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Keck Medicine of USC · 1 day ago

Post Doctoral Scholar - Research Associate

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$29/hr - $45.20/hr

3+ years exp

Keck Medicine of USC is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse II (LVN II) to provide therapeutic care to patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Medical Provider. The role involves direct patient care, medication administration, and various administrative duties to ensure efficient patient flow and quality care.

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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 related to the care plan or treatment plan

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

Assess and monitor patients condition and notify physician/health care professional

Demonstrates professional communication skills for the purpose of 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 patient calls, returning phone calls, receiving and sorting in-coming faxes, obtaining prior authorizations

Enters charges into the system in an accurate and timely fashion

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. Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams

Organizes pharmacy refill requests for physician approval

Ability to work independently and in a team setting to accomplish duties in a timely manner

Provide 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. Ensures compliance with infection control policies

Assess and monitor patients condition and notify physician/health care professional

Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams

Provide medical information and education to patients, following established protocols and guidelines

Administers a broader range of medications, including injections and IV medications

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVNIntravenous Therapy CertificationBasic Life Support (BLS)Microsoft Word proficiencyCustomer service skillsInterpersonal skillsDecision-making skills

Required

High School or equivalent

Specialized/technical training Graduate of an accredited Vocational Nursing Program

3 years 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

Demonstrate excellent customer service behavior

Strong interpersonal skills to handle sensitive situations and confidential information

Able to make decisions effectively and with appropriate stakeholder input

Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVN (CA DCA) Valid California Vocational Nursing license

Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association

LVN - Intravenous Therapy Certification (CA DCA) IV certification

Keck Program Preceptor Certification If new hire, must obtain certification within 90 days/next class

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)