DescriptionThis is a temporary full-time position scheduled to end 5-6 months after hire date.Join our passionate Pediatrics team! In this dynamic role, you will deliver world-class primary and specialty care to children of all ages at the Westwood Children's Health Center and Santa Monica Pediatrics Specialty Care clinics. You'll be at the forefront of patient care, working in a team environment to ensure every patient receives exceptional service.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Record and monitor patient vitals and medical history
Conduct venipuncture and blood draws with precision
Perform EKGs
Administer tests and medications (including PO, IM, SQ, PR, Intradermal, Topical, Inhalants, Eye drops, and Ear drops)
Collect and manage patient specimens accurately
Assist in performing pediatric procedures
Maintain clean and well-stocked patient rooms
Salary Range: $34.61-45.66 HourlyThis position will require travel to multiple UCLA Health locations, including Westwood and Santa Monica.This is a temporary full-time position scheduled to end 5-6 months after hire date . May convert to Career. QualificationsRequired:
Expertise, skills and knowledge in working with pediatric patients.
At least 2 years of experience as an LVN in an ambulatory care or community setting.
Active license issued by the State of CA Board of Vocational Nursing Examiners with Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal certification.
BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Knowledge of all instruments and supplies to perform physical examinations and/or procedures.
Excellent blood withdrawal and IV skills.
Ability to take vital signs, administer medications and obtain drug refills as needed.
Skill in administering oral, intradermal, intramuscular, subcutaneous and intravenous medication, as ordered by physician and record into patient's chart.
Ability to recognize abnormal laboratory values and report to the physician; knowledge of symptomatology of common and/or life threatening medical problems.
Interpersonal skills in maintaining a cooperative working environment with the physicians, staff, and all health providers.
Ability to effectively elicit salient clinical information such as presenting complaints from patients and referring professional, and make appropriate assignments based on established guidelines.
Ability to accept direction from administration and act promptly.
Skill in listening perceptively, conveying awareness and responding to patients and parents with health concerns using tact and discretion.
Skill in inventory control to maintain adequate supplies and equipment.
Preferred:
Knowledge and familiarity with the electronic health record (EPIC).
Bilingual in Spanish.
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