Sr. Licensed Vocational Nurse - Santa Monica, Pediatrics

University of California - Los Angeles Health
United States, California, Santa Monica
Jan 08, 2025
Description Become a vital part of the team at the Santa Monica Pediatric Specialty Care clinic! In this rewarding role, you will provide outstanding specialty care to children of all ages in an outpatient setting. Collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver exceptional service and make a meaningful impact on patient care. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Administer immunotherapy injections, performing skin prick tests, and other procedures forallergy patients Record and monitor patient vitals and medical history Conduct venipuncture and blood draws with precision Perform EKGs Administer tests and medications (including PO, IM, SQ, PR, Intradermal, Topical, Inhalants, Eye drops, and Ear drops) Collect and manage patient specimens accurately Maintain clean and well-stocked patient rooms Salary Range: $34.61-45.66 Hourly This is a full-time position eligible for full benefits as of the first day of employment. Learn about UCLA Health's culture and great benefits at:https://www.uclahealthcareers.org/about-us/ Qualifications Required: Expertise, skills and knowledge in working with pediatric patients. At least 2 years of experience as an LVN in an ambulatory care or community setting. Current LVN license issued by the State of California Board of Vocational Nursing Examiners with blood withdrawal and IV certification. BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross. Knowledge of all instruments and supplies to perform physical examinations and/or procedures. Excellent blood withdrawal and IV skills. Ability to take vital signs, administer medications and obtain drug refills as needed. Skill in administering oral, intradermal, intramuscular, subcutaneous and intravenous medication, as ordered by physician and record into patient's chart. Ability to recognize abnormal laboratory values and report to the physician. Knowledge of symptomatology of common and or life threatening medical problems. Ability to effectively elicit salient clinical information such as presenting complaints from patients and referring professional, and make appropriate assignments based on established guidelines. Skill in listening perceptively, conveying awareness and responding to patients and parents with health concerns using tact and discretion. Preferred: Knowledge and familiarity with the electronic health record (EPIC). Bilingual in Spanish.