(LVN) Licensed Vocational Nurse-Head Neck Surgery - 139647

(LVN) Licensed Vocational Nurse-Head Neck Surgery - 139647

Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides a broad range of patient care services to support clinic operations. Responsibilities include prioritizing and assisting with patient triage and flow, preparing patients for examination and procedures, administering medications, collecting and preparing laboratory specimens, and providing patient education. The LVN also assists during clinical procedures and ensures high-quality, compassionate care.

This position requires strong initiative, the ability to manage competing priorities effectively, and a commitment to collaborative teamwork within a fast-paced clinical environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) issued by the state of California.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.
• Two (2) years of demonstrated LVN experience in direct patient care.
• Strong skills in accurately taking and recording vital signs, height, and weight; administering medication, including injections; interviewing patients; and collecting and/or testing specimens.
• Requires knowledge of universal precautions and proper use of body mechanics.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to take initiative, prioritize critical demands, exercise independent judgement and work in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• IV Certification.
• Registration Experience.
• Experience in Ambulatory or Surgical patient care setting is preferred.
• Point-of-care testing (POCT) experience.

Special Conditions

• Must be able to work based on business needs.
• Minimum 4 - 6 shifts a month (once-a-week availability, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays).
• This position may float to the other locations as needed.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Annual Full Pay Range: $86,736 - $86,736 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $41.54 - $41.54

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

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