(LVN) Licensed Vocational Nurse -Infusion Pharmacy

(LVN) Licensed Vocational Nurse -Infusion Pharmacy - 139758

Job Details

Payroll Title: VOC NURSE SR Department: INFUSION PHARMACY Hiring Pay Scale $35.91 - $44.65 / Hour Worksite: Kearny Mesa Appointment Type: Career Appointment Percent: 100% Union: EX Contract Total Openings: 1 Work Schedule: Days, 8-Hour Shift, Monday-Friday Date Posted 05/20/2026

#139758 (LVN) Licensed Vocational Nurse -Infusion Pharmacy

Filing Deadline: Wed 6/3/2026

UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 5/22/2026 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.

Description

UC San Diego Health is a Magnet designated organization, which is a prestigious recognition that applies to only 10% 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 outcomes. UC San Diego Health has held its Magnet status since 2011.

Under the direct supervision of a registered nurse in the assigned department, performs a wide variety of patient care activities in support of clinic activity. This includes prioritizing and assisting with patient triage; processing, preparing, and assisting with patient examinations; administering medications; drawing blood; collecting and preparing laboratory tests; providing patient education; and performing venipuncture and IV access. Position requires initiative, the ability to prioritize critical demands, and the ability to work in a team environment. Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - issued by the state of California.
• Certification in Intravenous Therapy issued by the state of California (LVN IV).
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.
• A minimum of two (2) years of recent LVN experience in direct patient care or a similar setting.
• Detail-oriented with strong care coordination and scheduling skills, able to balance multiple priorities while ensuring timely and accurate workflows.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and communicate effectively across care teams.
• Proficient with computer systems and applications.
• Must possess the skills, knowledge, and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Epic and Caretend software.

Special Conditions

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs. hours which may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, on-call, and some overtime, if necessary, for unexpected staffing issues.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $74,980 - $93,229 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $35.91 - $44.65

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).