Description

As

the Senior LVN at the Children's Heart Center, you will provide direct patient

care under the Clinic Manager and Lead Physician's supervision. It is expected that

you collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare

professionals including faculty physicians, fellows, residents, medical

students, LVNs, Medical Assistants and ancillary personnel to ensure

comprehensive and compassionate care delivery. As the Senior LVN your

responsibilities will encompass accurately recording vital signs, administering

medications and injections, recognizing symptoms of common illnesses and acting

as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers.

Additionally, you'll coordinate tasks, prioritize protocols and maintain high

standards of care to facilitate optimal patient outcomes.

Salary: $34.61 to $45.66 Hourly

Qualifications

• Active California LVN License - required

• IV Certification - required

• Phlebotomy Certification - required

• BCLS, PALS and ACLS from American Heart Association or American Red Cross - required

• At least 6 months of relevant clinical LVN experience - preferred

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Ability to take vital signs, administer

medications and obtain drug refills as needed

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Ability to recognize abnormal laboratory

values and report to the physician.

• Set-up exam rooms for procedures as indicated but not limited to the following: thyroid biopsy, pap smears, thoracentesis, lumbar puncture, flex sigs, bladder catheterizations, casting and splinting, cerumen removal, etc.

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