(LVN) Licensed Vocational Nurse - Dermatology - 141255

#141255 (LVN) Licensed Vocational Nurse - Dermatology Filing Deadline: Thu 9/17/2026 Payroll Title: VOC NURSE Department: FACULTY PRACTICE DERMATOLOGY Hiring Pay Scale: $34.41 - $50.25 / Hour Worksite: La Jolla Ambulatory Clinics Appointment Type: Career Appointment Percent: 80% Union: EX Contract Total Openings: 1 Work Schedule: Days, 8-Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 9/8/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor. Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance. Depending on the experience of the selected candidate, this position will be hired at the LVN or Sr. LVN level. DESCRIPTION UC San Diego Health is proud to be a four-time Magnet-designated organization and has now earned Magnet with Distinction from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Magnet is the gold standard for nursing excellence, achieved by only about 10% of hospitals worldwide. Magnet with Distinction is awarded to the highest-performing Magnet organizations, with only a select few earning this prestigious honor. This recognition reflects our commitment to transformational leadership, professional nursing excellence, innovation, exceptional patient outcomes, and an empowering practice environment where nurses thrive. Under general supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) in the assigned department, the LVN performs a wide variety of patient care activities in support of clinic activity. This includes prioritizing and assisting in patient triage processing, preparing and assisting with patient examinations, administering medications, drawing blood, collecting and preparing laboratory tests, patient education, venipuncture, and IV access. At the senior level, the LVN assists with training and validation of competencies of Vocational Nurses and per diem Vocational Nurses, and other patient care support as required. Additionally, Sr. LVNs are assigned to more complex tasks, and provide patient education and staff training. Performs other related duties as assigned. This position requires initiative, the ability to prioritize critical demands, and the ability to work in a team 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. Recent experience in a similar role and setting. (A minimum of two (2) years of LVN experience is required to be hired at the Sr. LVN level.) Completion of educational requirements for licensure as a licensed vocational nurse in California. Must possess the skills, knowledge, and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position. Knowledge of universal precautions and proper use of body mechanics. Demonstrated experience working with a team to provide high-quality patient care. Ability to take initiative, prioritize critical demands, exercise independent judgment, and work in a team environment. Must demonstrate compassion and empathy towards patient care. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Dermatology experience. Experience with surgical wound site care. Phlebotomy certified. ACLS and/or ART. Knowledge of PCIS, IDX, and EPIC computer systems. Bilingual: English/Spanish. General knowledge of pharmaceuticals and able to process PARs. Proven ability to serve as a resource and effectively lead and mentor teams. Possess the personal characteristics of professionalism, credibility, commitment to high standards, innovation, discriminating judgment and accountability. SPECIAL CONDITIONS Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs. Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical. Willing to work overtime as required. Pay Transparency Act Annual Full Pay Range: $71,848 - $89,304 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%) Hourly Equivalent: $34.41 - $42.77 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). If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable. 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! Applications/Resumes are accepted for current job openings only. For full consideration on any job, applications must be received prior to the initial closing date. If a job has an extended deadline, applications/resumes will be considered during the extension period; however, a job may be filled before the extended date is reached. To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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