Licensed Practical Nurse - Primary Health Care

At DAP Health, we are committed to transforming lives and advancing health equity for all. As a leading nonprofit health care provider, we deliver compassionate, high-quality care to the diverse communities of the Coachella Valley and San Diego County. Our comprehensive services range from primary care to mental health, wellness programs, and beyond, with a focus on those who are most vulnerable. The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides essential nursing care under the supervision of registered nurse, physician and mid-level provider. The LVN is a member of the health care team responsible for performing assigned nursing care activities. The LVN supports and exemplifies the mission and values of DAP Health.

LVNs are responsible for practicing within the CA and DAP LVN Scope of Practice

Follow physician orders, protocols as written and seek clarification as needed

Receive/Room Patients: record chief complaint and health history, prepares patient for examination, records blood pressure, pulse, respirations, pulse oxymetry, height and weight

Assist provider with patient examinations/procedures including explanation, positioning, draping, shaving and disinfecting treatment sites

draws blood samples, performs EKGs as ordered by clinic providers; assists the physician with examination, treatments, minor surgery, dressing changes and splinting

Administer medications, premixed allergens, and performing skin test, patch testing

Verify Medical Assistant's (MA) medications before administration utilizing the order as entered into the EHR. Document the verification in the EHR.

May initiate and maintain peripheral intravenous (IV) therapy for hydration and medication administration (with valid IV certification)

May assist in the case management of patient populations

May receive and communicate messages for the triage registered nurse or clinicians; Clean and sterilize supplies, rooms and equipment

Demonstrate competency in the use all equipment in the clinical area prior to use and ongoing

Prepare and replenish supplies in the treatment room and exam rooms; Keep up to date all quality assurance logs (Oxygen pressure, glucometer, refrigerator temperature, medication inventory, sample medication inventory, immunizations inventory

Report to RN or Nurse Manager when equipment needs maintenance

Report to Nurse Manager when materials needed in clinical area need to be ordered

Follow department policies and protocols, to ensure uniform delivery of services and promotes quality assurance

Maintain good working relationship with all clinic personnel

LVNs work with Nursing Leadership for areas of further training/competency as needed.

Able to use calculator, telephone, fax and copy machine

Proficiency in computer use and the internet

Education and Experience Licensed as Vocational Nurse in the State of California

Two years of experience in nursing preferred

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements This position is on-site at a DAP Health clinic location

This job operates in an office setting and requires frequent times of sitting, standing, repetitive motion and talking.