Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Urology - San Diego, CA

Position Overview A fast-paced urology clinic in San Diego County is seeking an experienced, active California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join their team. This role covers a high volume of 12 to 15 patients daily plus urgent add-ons, running independent clinical procedures, assisting physicians with invasive treatments, and conducting phone nurse triage. The ideal candidate thrives in a rapid environment, possesses sharp critical thinking skills, and demonstrates expert catheter placement proficiency.


Responsibilities

• Clinical Procedures: Perform independent urodynamics (UDS) testing for bladder control and neurodynamics; manage insertion, removal, and maintenance of catheters; clean and replace pessaries every 6 weeks.
• Medication & Injections: Administer targeted injections, including testosterone, bladder cancer, and prostate cancer treatments.
• Physician Assistance: Assist physicians with invasive prostate procedures and specialized exams; set up instruments and maintain strict sterile technique.
• Triage & Care Coordination: Handle phone nurse triage for post-surgical complications, relay instructions/results to patients and families, and manage incoming/outgoing medical records, lab reports, and imaging notes.
• Patient Flow & Prep: Accompany patients to rooms, assist with transfers, gather patient histories, perform screenings, and manage electronic charting.
• EHR & Operations: Clean, sanitize, and autoclave instruments; maintain equipment and crash carts; manage inventory, restock rooms, and ensure compliance with infection control protocols.

Required Qualifications

• Active California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license.
• Strong proficiency and complete comfort with catheter placement and removal.
• Demonstrated ability to move quickly across a high patient volume.
• Strong critical thinking and clinical judgment skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior clinical experience in Urology.
• Hands-on experience with Athena EMR.

Schedule

• Full-Time (Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM or 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM)
• Fixed Floating Locations:
  
  
  • M/W/F: Rancho Bernardo Office
  • T/Th: Chula Vista Office

Compensation

• Dependent on experience - $35 - 39 + hourly

Benefits

• Weekly Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, and Life Insurance

* We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).


* As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.