(LVN) Allergy Nurse - Medicine Specialties - 140076

(LVN) Allergy Nurse - Medicine Specialties - 140076

UC San Diego Health is a Magnet designated organization, which is a prestigious recognition that applies to only 6% of all U.S. hospitals. Magnet is the "gold standard" for nursing excellence and is based on strengths in five key areas which include transformational leadership, structural empowerment, exemplary professional practice, new knowledge, innovation and improvements and empirical quality results. UC San Diego Health has held its Magnet status since 2011.

Under direction of the supervision of a registered nurse in the assigned department reporting to the Practice Manager, performs a wide variety of patient care activities in support of clinic activity. This includes prioritizing and assisting in patient triage processing, preparation and assistance with patient procedures, administering medications, point of care testing, collecting and preparing laboratory tests, and patient education. The successful candidate will have experience working in fast pace ambulatory procedural setting. Position requires initiative, ability to prioritize critical demands, attention to detail and the ability to work in a team environment, maintains positive relationships with patients, family members, other visitors, and fellow employees. Job standards are to be performed at the expert level. Other related duties as assigned.

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.
• Demonstrated recent experience in a similar role and setting. A minimum of two (2) years of LVN experience will be required for the senior level.
• Requires knowledge of universal precautions and proper use of body mechanics.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with allergy, immunology and angioedema patient populations.
• Certification in Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal issued by the state of California (LVN IV/BW) within 3 months of hire.
• Strong interpersonal skills, exhibiting a professional demeanor to function effectively in diverse clinical/healthcare and community settings as well as possess the ability to communicate clearly and effectively (both through written and oratory methods) to diverse audiences.

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.