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LVN/LPN - Liver Acquisition - Per Diem 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union)

University of Southern California, Glendale, CA, United States


Escorts patients to exam rooms, obtains and appropriately records patient vital signs and medication lists, monitors patient flow, assists physicians with minor clinical procedures, performs EKGs, prepares patient charts with pertinent medical information, administers medication as directed by a physician, schedules diagnostic tests ordered by the physician, and performs various administrative duties including answering patient calls, returning calls, sorting incoming faxes, and obtaining prior authorizations. Ensures patient privacy, safety, confidentiality, and maintains a safe environment in accordance with standards, policies, and safety regulations. Ensures compliance with infection control policies and performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties

Uses and practices basic assessment, participates in planning, executes interventions in accordance with the plan of care or treatment plan, and contributes to evaluation of individualized interventions related to the care plan or treatment plan.

Administers medications.

Demonstrates professional communication skills for the purpose of patient care, education and multidisciplinary team collaboration.

Schedules and receives patients.

Ensures patient charts are prepared prior to appointment including x-rays and pertinent lab work, makes arrangements to obtain any special equipment needed, sets up exam rooms, assists physician with exams as needed, and monitors patient flow.

Handles telephone calls and writes correspondences.

Serves as a liaison between physicians and other individuals.

Takes patient histories and vital signs.

Implants an effective and efficient patient flow.

Performs first aid and CPR if needed.

Assists physicians with exams and treatments as permitted by license.

Organizes pharmacy refill requests for physician approval.

Ability to work independently and in a team setting to accomplish duties in a timely manner.

Triages patients in person and over the telephone.

Records patient information in chart/EHR according to Joint Commission standards.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Provides direct patient care.

Performs basic administrative duties.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Specialized/technical training: Graduate from an accredited Vocational Nursing Program.

Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients.

Demonstrates excellent customer service behavior.

Preferred Qualifications

1 year of experience in an acute care or ambulatory care setting.

Required Licenses/Certifications

Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVN (CA DCA), valid California Vocational Nursing license.

Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification from the American Heart Association.

Fire Life Safety Training (LA City). If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date; required only within LA City.

Compensation
The hourly rate range for this position is $28.00 - $47.75.

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