LVN (Residency)

Description

Base Pay $ 25.00 - $ 36.40 / hour
JOB SUMMARY
The primary function of LVN is to provide direct and indirect support to the clinician in the delivery of patient care. The LVN prepares the exam room, chart, and patient to be seen by the practitioner and performs/implement orders for diagnostic tests. Accurately administers medications, including immunizations, by all routes except IV. S/he routinely arranges outside referral appointments and provides patient education under the direction of the clinician when appropriate. The LVN acts as the lead nurse on the clinical team when co-assigned with a Medical Assistant.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilizes elements of the nursing process in data collection and documentation for assessment purposes.
• Contributes and assists in the implementation of the plan of care and in providing information to the clinician or RN for evaluation purposes.
• Initiates venipuncture with clinician's order for the purpose of IV fluid administration (IV Certified LVN only).
• Performs urinary bladder catheterization with clinician's order.
• Counts and signs for controlled substances according to clinic policy.
• Assists in the performance of face-to-face or telephone triage using written triage protocols; consults with the supervising practitioner and informs the clinician of the advice/ instructions given or actions taken.
• Prepares the exam room and workstation for clinician; cleans and stocks rooms in between patients.
• Prepare the patient and assists the clinician with exams and procedures when needed.
• Administers injections and diagnostic test/referrals as ordered, including immunizations, completing lab and x-ray requisitions and other services ordered by the clinician.
• Documents all immunizations according to standards.
• Performs diagnostic and laboratory tests including but not limited to audiometry, EKG, spirometry, urine dips, acu-check, urine HCG, hemocue hemoglobin, etc. according to SCHC competency standards and protocols.
• Performs age-appropriate screening as needed or as directed by clinician.
• Initiates appropriate emergency measures as needed.
• Assures all diagnostics and referrals have been completed.
• Assures all documents for scanning have patient identification.
• Performs end of shift tasks for room closure, or equipment and logs off EHR.
• Assures efficient patient flow by ongoing assessment of clinician schedule and working with other staff to minimize patient waiting time.
• Works cooperatively to ensure that the clinician sees patients as quickly as possible.
• Schedule patients appropriately.
• Alerts Supervisor to needed supplies/equipment.
• Reports any safety hazards.
• Functions as Team leader when assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of standard nursing care and procedures.
• Knowledge of sterile technique and universal precautions.
• Basic Computer proficiency in Windows environment.
• Typing 35 WPM.
• Ability to read, write, understand and spell English and medical terminology correctly.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Completion of an accredited LVN program.
• Current California LVN license upon hire and maintain current.
• Current CPR/BLS certification upon hire and maintain current.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience working in an outpatient clinic or doctor's office.
• IV Certification.
• Typing 45 WPM or greater.

BENEFITS

SCHC understands the importance of good health for every employee. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to ensure employee and their families receive the optimal in health care coverage, along with options to meet their needs.

• Competitive wages
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with matching employer contribution
• Long-term disability coverage
• Life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Supplemental Insurances
• Flexible spending account
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick
• Paid holidays
• Paid CME time and CME allowance
• Employee assistance program
• Jury duty pay
• Bereavement pay
• Prescription discount program
• 529 college savings plan
• Educational reimbursement program
• Gym membership discounts
• Free telemedicine service for benefit eligible employees

Shasta Community Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer