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The LVN supports the physician and nursing staff in the delivery of health care by performing patient care assessments, and a variety of medically related tasks. The LVN is a licensed nurse who works in an ambulatory care setting to perform and provide nursing services within the scope of practice. Responsibilities Sets up exam room/procedure rooms appropriately based on patient visit needs Performs initial nursing intake and prepares patients for examination.
Prepares patients for examination by reviewing current medications and reviewing documents in medical record. Prepares medical chart and records patient information needed to support the reason for visit such as vital signs and reason for visit. Administers prescribed medications, injections, or IV medications using best practice and as directed by provider.
Provides basic patient care and treatments such as taking vitals, performing diagnostic tests, phlebotomy, and specimen collection directed by the provider. Observes patient, documents, and reports any changes in condition to the provider for instructions in taking necessary actions for care. Evaluates nursing intervention outcomes within the LVN scope of practice.
Maintains patient care flow. Answers patient and physician incoming messages with provider input. Serves as a patient advocate and utilizes appropriate resources to support patient care.
Provides review of MA skills and performance abilities using designated evaluation tools. Performs quality assurance and quality control measures to maintain compliance in the clinical environment. Assists as a chaperone when needed upon completion of the required Chaperone Training.
Other duties as assigned Education Vocational/Technical Diploma CA LVN License - minimum Vocational/Technical Diploma Graduate of an accredited X-Ray Program - preferred Experience No experience required - minimum 1 year LVN experience - preferred Licenses and Certifications Licensed Vocational Nurse - Upon Hire minimum Current CA LVN License Intravenous/Blood Withdrawal Certification - 1 Year minimum CA Board of Vocational Nursing IV/BW (intravenous/blood withdrawal) certification Basic Life Support (BLS) - Upon Hire minimum
About the role
The LVN supports the physician and nursing staff in the delivery of health care by performing patient care assessments, and a variety of medically related tasks. The LVN is a licensed nurse who works in an ambulatory care setting to perform and provide nursing services within the scope of practice.