LPN/LVN - Full Time
Universal Health Services, Riverside, CA, United States
Responsibilities
Responsible for covering clinical offices based on operational need. Assists in the examination and treatment of patients, takes vital signs, records patient charges, records patient history, assists in minor office procedures. Participates in patient education, communicating effectively with others and functioning in the scope of practice. Thorough knowledge of infection control and aseptic techniques. Required to work at varied locations.
Cooperates in the cross training of this position to ensure coverage at all times for all offices.
Interview patients; measure vital signs, pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height; record information on patient’s chart.
Prepare treatment room for examination of patients; assist physician with procedures; clean examination room and sterilize appropriate equipment after use.
Explain procedures and treatments to patients and their family in order to gain cooperation, understanding, and allay apprehension.
Administer prescribed medication orally or by injection (subcutaneous, intramuscularly, intradermal) and document time, dosage, and route on the patient’s chart. Observe patient and report any adverse reactions.
Administer treatments, and perform routine laboratory tests under supervision of a Physician, Allied Health Professional, or an RN.
Initiate intravenous lines, add plain IV fluids to existing lines, and discontinue lines under the direction of the Physician or an Allied Health Professional (must be IV certified).
Perform electrocardiograph (EKG), pulse oximetry, inhalation treatments, and operate other equipment as certified.
Travels between departments and facilities on an as‑needed basis based on coverage requirements. Inventory and order medical supplies and materials, as needed.
Functions in the LVN scope of practice and Riverside Medical Clinic policies and procedures.
Responsible for ensuring all expired sample medications and patient supplies are discarded upon expiration date.
Maintains current California LVN licensure and BLS certificate.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED required. Current California licensure as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. Graduate of accredited school of Licensed Vocational Nursing. Two years’ experience preferred working as an LVN in a multi‑specialty group setting.
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
Current California LVN License, Current AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) required. Current ACLS Certification (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) required or preferred. IV Certification required.
Hours
Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Benefits
Challenging and rewarding work environment.
Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries.
Competitive Compensation.
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
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Responsible for covering clinical offices based on operational need. Assists in the examination and treatment of patients, takes vital signs, records patient charges, records patient history, assists in minor office procedures. Participates in patient education, communicating effectively with others and functioning in the scope of practice. Thorough knowledge of infection control and aseptic techniques. Required to work at varied locations.
Cooperates in the cross training of this position to ensure coverage at all times for all offices.
Interview patients; measure vital signs, pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height; record information on patient’s chart.
Prepare treatment room for examination of patients; assist physician with procedures; clean examination room and sterilize appropriate equipment after use.
Explain procedures and treatments to patients and their family in order to gain cooperation, understanding, and allay apprehension.
Administer prescribed medication orally or by injection (subcutaneous, intramuscularly, intradermal) and document time, dosage, and route on the patient’s chart. Observe patient and report any adverse reactions.
Administer treatments, and perform routine laboratory tests under supervision of a Physician, Allied Health Professional, or an RN.
Initiate intravenous lines, add plain IV fluids to existing lines, and discontinue lines under the direction of the Physician or an Allied Health Professional (must be IV certified).
Perform electrocardiograph (EKG), pulse oximetry, inhalation treatments, and operate other equipment as certified.
Travels between departments and facilities on an as‑needed basis based on coverage requirements. Inventory and order medical supplies and materials, as needed.
Functions in the LVN scope of practice and Riverside Medical Clinic policies and procedures.
Responsible for ensuring all expired sample medications and patient supplies are discarded upon expiration date.
Maintains current California LVN licensure and BLS certificate.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED required. Current California licensure as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. Graduate of accredited school of Licensed Vocational Nursing. Two years’ experience preferred working as an LVN in a multi‑specialty group setting.
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
Current California LVN License, Current AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) required. Current ACLS Certification (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) required or preferred. IV Certification required.
Hours
Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Benefits
Challenging and rewarding work environment.
Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries.
Competitive Compensation.
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
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