OverviewDignity Health Medical Foundation, established in 1993, is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation with care centers throughout California. Dignity Health Medical Foundation is an affiliate of Dignity Health - one of the largest health systems in the nation - with hospitals and care centers in California, Arizona, and Nevada. Today, Dignity Health Medical Foundation works hand-in-hand with physicians and providers throughout California to provide comprehensive health care services to the many communities we serve. As Dignity Health Medical Foundation continues to grow and establish new premier care centers, we provide increasing support and investment in the latest technologies, finest physicians, and state-of-the-art medical facilities. We strive to create purposeful work settings where staff can provide great care, while advancing in knowledge and experience, through challenging work assignments and stimulating relationships. Our staff is well-trained and highly skilled qualities that are vital to maintaining excellence in care and service.ResponsibilitiesThe Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) II is responsible for knowing his/her professional scope of orientation period that includes demonstrating skills and behaviors that meet a fully competent level of performance. The LVN II will maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment, and perform patient care services that support the physician / provider's practice under the clinical supervision of the Physician, Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physicians Assistant, or other licensed staff.This involves prepping patients for examinations and assisting with specific procedures including (but not limited to):
Flex and Rigid Cystoscopies
Bladder scanning
CMG
Post void residuals
Beacon Implants
Use of Bovie/cauterization
Thermodilator Prostate Ultrasound with Biopsy
Sympubic Cath Placement
Vasectomies
Bladder installations
Medication/treatment placement
The LVN II will also perform Catheterization and all Urodynamic procedures under the indirect supervision of the Physician. It is the responsibility of the LVN II to relay instructions from the physician to a patient or authorized person and document patient concerns and care provided to the patient in the patient's medical record for the physician's review. The LVN II is also responsible for administrating medications specifically directed by the physician and performing accurate vital sign measurements and documentation. The LVN II will provide leadership to support staff.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent.
Satisfactory completion of a formal Licensed Vocational Nurse program pursuant to the Division of Allied Health Professions or military training that is equivalent to an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse program (Determination made by Dignity Health Medical Foundation H.R. department in conjunction with the State Division) of Allied Health Professions.)
Current and valid CA LVN license
Current and valid BLS from the American Heart Association (cannot be from another provider)
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills
Knowledge of medical terminology, familiarity with CPT and ICD-9 coding procedures and reference tools, and pharmacology appropriate to the Licensed Vocational Nurse scope of practice
Preferred Qualifications:- 1 year experience in an outpatient setting as a Licensed Vocational Nurse.
Familiarity with an electronic practice management system is preferred
This position is represented by SEIU-UHW.Pay Range$37.26 - $42.02 /hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.