LVN - Float

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Hourly Rate: $36.00 - $48.00 (depending on skills/experience)

Locations: 1 open float position at Dublin, Antioch, Pleasant Hill clinic locations; 2 open float positions at Emeryville, Castro Valley and Dublin clinic locations.

Scope: The Medical Oncology Licensed Vocational Nurse coordinates and delivers nursing services to oncology patients in the clinic setting under RN supervision. Responsibilities include specialized nursing care such as IV skills, medication administration, physician assistance, information gathering, sample collection, patient education, follow-up, supply maintenance, and consultation.

• Administer all medications using correct medication, dosage/amount, route, time, and technique. Utilizes two patient identifiers during admission/process and prior to medication administration. Displays appropriate technical skills for the administration of medications, to include: IV venipuncture skills, subcutaneous and IM injections. LVNs may perform peripheral IV venipuncture only.
• Perform phlebotomies and blood draws, process and submit specimens to lab.
• Record patient data during each patient visit including but not limited to vital signs, height, weight, allergies and medication reconciliation. Assist medical assistants in infusion and in the medical oncology clinic.
• Document nursing assessments, patient teaching and fluid and medication administration in the electronic medical record.
• Communicate all pertinent information and any interventions to RN/Physician.
• Assure nursing charges are accurate and complete.
• Cross‑train in lab duties and release labs for infusion clinic.
• Able to schedule patients and check patients out of clinic with up-to-date appointments and infusion schedules.
• Maintain orderly and efficient patient flow; maintain a clean and organized infusion space. Order infusion related supplies.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by Lead RN.

• High School Diploma required
• Valid California LVN License required
• IV/Venipuncture Certification required
• BLS Certification required

• Oncology outpatient clinic experience preferred
• Minimum 1 year medical office experience required
• Minimum 1 year electronic medical record experience required

The conditions described below reflect the typical environment encountered while performing the essential duties of this role. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to support individuals with disabilities in fulfilling these responsibilities. This position operates within a climate‑controlled medical office setting. It involves working under pressure and regularly interacting with a diverse group of individuals, including staff, physicians, patients, clients, insurance representatives, and the general public.

The role may involve frequent exposure to clinical hazards such as communicable diseases, bodily fluids, hazardous substances, ionizing radiation, and various medications typically present in a healthcare environment.

The physical requirements outlined below represent those necessary for an employee to perform the essential duties of this role successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to support individuals with disabilities. This position requires a full range of physical movement, including lifting and assisting patients, as well as manual dexterity and coordination. Prolonged periods of standing and walking are expected. The role may occasionally involve lifting and carrying items weighing between 11 and 20 pounds.

Adequate vision and hearing, with or without correction, are necessary for effective performance.

Entry level

Full‑time

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