Licensed Vocational Nurse

Job Description Job Description Description: California Protons Cancer Therapy Center is a facility that provides state-of-the-art cancer treatments to patients with varying diagnoses that travel here from all over the world. With our world-renowned Radiation Oncologists, highly trained Registered Nurses, Medical Physicists, Dosimetrists, Radiation Therapists and everyone in between, our team of professionals work collaboratively to bring hope and healing to even the most aggressive cancer cases. If joining a dynamic team whose passion is to help people return to their life as they once knew it sounds exciting, California Protons Cancer Therapy Center may be the place for you. Reports to: Clinical Nursing Supervisor Classification: Non-Exempt Summary: The Licensed Vocational Nurse works as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide patient care assistance to a defined patient population at the Center. Salary Range: $40.00-45.00/hour DOE We do offer the option of an Alternative Work Schedule (4/10 scheduling with a rotating day off), if desired. More information available during interview. Key Responsibilities: Taking and monitoring vital signs Administration of medication and/or immunizations HCG urine tests, glucose and any other tests needed for patient Urinary catheter insertion or irrigation Suctioning of trach patients Starting of an IV Preparation of skin for procedures including but not limited to cleaning and shaving of skin Cleaning and disinfecting of instruments or equipment according to standardized procedures Providing patient education regarding diagnosis or guidelines for preparations of procedures Assisting the RN with gathering medical records and handling clinic tasks Assisting with minor office procedures Inputs, retrieves, and interprets data from multiple manual and computer information systems Utilizes critical thinking skills to recognize and solve patient problems Collaborates with the medical staff to facilitate and optimize patient care Documenting patient care in electronic medical record Answering messages and returning phone calls Specific duties may vary depending on assignment and scope Requirements: Required Skills: Ability to respond to acute emergency situations following established procedures Advanced Computer skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent customer service skills Must be flexible and have a strong sense of teamwork and interpersonal skills Ability to apply good Clinical judgment Ability to plan work, establish priorities, and remain flexible Ability to maintain confidentiality Excellent knowledge of medical terminology Previous use of electronic medical record systems Qualifications/Experience/Education: Current Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Certification Current BLS certification for Healthcare Providers One to three years LVN experience in related clinical settings (preferred) Experience in an oncology setting (preferred) Ambulatory care/Physician office experience California Protons Cancer Therapy Center is following all federal and state mandates. We do have a highly encouraged COVID-19 Vaccination policy in place for all staff. California Protons Cancer Therapy Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status under local, state, or federal law.