LVN-PrevMed Ctr Hlth Promotion

Job Summary: The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)-PrevMed Center Health Promotion is responsible for nursing care of patients with urgent, emergent, or potential health problems.  Assists and participates with the physician, registered nurse and/or medical assistant in performing procedures and patient care responsibilities skillfully. Is a professional nurse who serves as a resource, communicates effectively, reports appropriate findings, follows through in a timely manner, and maintains positive working relationships.  Performs other duties as needed.
Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED required.  Graduate from a school of Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN) required.  Minimum one year of LVN experience required, preferably in an outpatient setting.
Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and ethics within the LVN Scope of Practice.    Able to: read; write legibly; speak in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality; use computer and software programs necessary to the position; troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment. Relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; accept direction.  Communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; work independently with minimal supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple assignments effectively; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail.   Distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place/patient care; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position; discern temperature variances through touch.
Licensures and Certifications: Active California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) License required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) required.  Intravenous (IV) certification preferred.