Sr. Licensed Vocational Nurse LVN (VOC NURSE SR) Express Care Clinic

LVN Position

The LVN is responsible for sustaining an environment of intrinsic good will for the practice while providing optimum services to patients. The LVN provides licensed medical support to medical care providers as a vocational nurse for the department/clinical team to which it is assigned. The LVN is supervised by a licensed physician or registered nurse when performing duties within the vocational nurse scope of practice. The LVN works under the direction of clinic/department management for administrative purposes, including customer service, professional behavior & development, assignment & scheduling of work, and performance of job functions not requiring supervision by a LIP.

Apply by date: October 2, 2026, by 11:59 PM PST

Minimum qualifications: For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position.

• California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
• Must provide proof of valid Intravenous (IV) Therapy and Blood Withdrawal certification
• Must provide documentation of graduation from an accredited school of vocational nursing, or completion of education and experience as a corpsman in the United States military
• Minimum of two (2) years of Licensed Vocational Nurse experience.
• Ability to pass the safe to practice pharmacology exam.
• Skills within the scope of practice of a licensed vocational nurse.
• Knowledge of common medications, indications, dosage ranges, dilutions, side effects, and potential toxicity, and typical allergic reactions.
• Knowledge of basic anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology, with ability to recognize the abnormal.
• Observation skills to detect changes in patient's condition and potential adverse reactions to treatments.
• Knowledge of medical terminology sufficient to communicate effectively with patients, health care providers and insurance company representatives regarding appointments, services, procedures, authorizations and referrals.
• Ability to accurately interpret physician orders to ensure complete and up-to-date patient records.
• Interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all co-workers; to consistently interact with patients and other members of the public with patience, courtesy and professionalism, both in person and on the telephone; and to effectively respond to individuals who may be angry or upset.
• Problem solving skills to independently define a problem identify the resources available to help solve the problem, create viable solutions and take the necessary action to implement problem resolution and ensure prompt and satisfactory resolution.
• Decision making skills to independently exercise delegated authority to take action and to appropriately seek assistance from others when limits of delegated authority have been reached.
• Organizing skills to establish priorities for own work to accomplish a variety of concurrent assignments; respond flexibly to changes in priorities; and maintain work effectiveness in a setting with a high volume of patient activity and frequent interruptions.
• Ability to efficiently use computer system applications for all functions required for this position, including typing skills sufficient to use computer keyboard for timely and accurate input and production.
• Writing skills, using proper English grammar, spelling and punctuation, sufficient to compose messages and/or routine correspondence, which is clear, concise and easy to understand.
• Knowledge of clinic's practices and protocols related to medical records, medical assisting, nursing support, and other business and office procedures.
• Knowledge of pertinent laws, regulations, and guidelines governing medical records; confidentiality, privacy, and provision to others, including HIPAA.
• Basic knowledge of health care insurance systems as related to required job functions for this position, including Medicare, Medi-Cal, HMO, PPO, fee-for-service, and workers' compensation, sufficient to properly obtain and track authorizations, make referrals, coordinate hospital admissions, medication authorization, DME and explain provisions and requirements to patients.

Preferred qualifications:

• Epic or Electronic Health Record experience.
• Urgent care experience

Key responsibilities:

• 70% - Patient Care
• 5% - Care Navigation
• 10% - Documentation and Communication
• 5% - Patient Teaching
• 5% - Unit Coordination
• 5% - Computer System Operations

Department overview: The new Express Care In-Person Clinic is located at UC Davis Health Roseville, Suite 200. The Clinic is intended to address UCDH patients by prioritizing Group A and B patients to alleviate volume from the current primary care clinics to improve access across the primary care continuum. The clinic will focus on issues needing/requesting a same-day or next day appointment.

Position information:

• Salary or Pay Range: $40.95 - $50.94
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 138
• UC Job Title: VOC NURSE SR
• UC Job Code: 008916
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): 10a 7p m M-F, 10a 2p Saturday
• Location: UCDMG Roseville II (PCN144) Roseville, CA
• Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits:

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting the UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees.

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
• Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
• Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
• Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee's lives
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees

Physical demands:

• Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Climbing