(LVN) Sr. Vocational Nurse - Urgent Care - 129134
Job Description
UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 04/10/24 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.
Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 4/22/24. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.
UC San Diego Health is a Magnet designated organization, which is a prestigious recognition that applies to only 10% of all U.S. hospitals. Magnet is the "gold standard" for nursing excellence and is based on strengths in five key areas, which include transformational leadership, structural empowerment, exemplary professional practice, new knowledge, innovation and improvements and empirical outcomes. UC San Diego Health has held its Magnet status since 2011.
Under the direct supervision of a registered nurse in Urgent Care, performs a wide variety of patient care activities in support of patient care. This includes prioritizing and assisting in patient triage processing, preparation and assistance with patient examinations, administering medications, drawing blood, collecting and preparing laboratory tests, and patient education. Position requires initiative, able to prioritize critical demands and the ability to work in a team environment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSLicensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) issued by the state of California.
Minimum two years LVN experience.
BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.
Demonstrated LVN experience in direct patient care.
Strong skills in accurately taking and recording vital signs, height and weight; administering medication including injections; interviewing patients; and collecting and/or testing specimens.
Requires knowledge of universal precautions and proper use of body mechanics.
Able to care for medically complex acute patients in collaboration with registered nurses.
Excellent communication skills.
ACLS and/or ART.
Registration experience.
Urgent care experience.
IV Certification
POCT experience
Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $69,322 - $86,193 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $33.20 - $41.28
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
UC San Diego Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://www-hr.ucsd.edu/saa/nondiscr.html
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