Licensed Practical Nurses​/Licensed vocational nurse

Licensed Practical Nurses/ Licensed Vocational Nurse

California, Bonita

06/02/2026

Contract

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The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed vocational nurse is a licensed nurse who provides competent, compassionate nursing care to patients and families under the direct guidance and supervision of a physician and Nurse Manager. The LPN works with physicians and other staff members to ensure a quality‑based, customer‑oriented flow of work throughout the ambulatory practice while also serving as a resource person for clinical and clerical support staff.

• Provides physical care and emotional support to patients and families under direct supervision of the Nurse Manager and Medical Director.
• Participates in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care and treatment plans; observes, reports and records pertinent patient information into electronic health record system in accordance with Dermatology Service protocols; identifies patient care needs and utilizes nursing resources appropriately.
• Supports and reinforces patient teaching plan, educates patients about proper use of medications.
• Provides instruction to patients about wound care.
• Administers medications within parameters defined by Dermatology Service after successful orientation; performs nursing procedures within defined parameters.
• Photographs patients with various skin conditions using a variety of photographic procedures, techniques and equipment.
• Participates in Quality Assurance activities; supports peers and colleagues in maintaining established standards of care.
• Identifies patient care needs and utilizes nursing resources appropriately.
• Triages patient urgent clinical calls which may result in scheduling patient appointments, as well as Telehealth appointments.
• Informs patients of pathology, lab results and plan of care.
• Utilizes In‑Basket messages to monitor all biopsies and ensures that all necessary therapies are administered as scheduled by the physician.
• Provides clinical nursing coverage across the Medical Dermatology specialty services.
• Obtains prior authorizations for medications as needed.
• Participates in developing and implementing new ideas in nursing practice; participates in daily activities conducive to the comfort and safety of patients, visitors and staff.
• Appropriately utilizes and conserves equipment and supplies.
• Orders medical supplies and maintains appropriate inventories.
• Provides input to the Nurse Manager regarding perceived unit needs.
• Participates in unit and service committees.
• Ensures that the physical environment is maintained.
• Establishes and enforces annual fire and safety regulations for the practice, following established protocols and ensuring compliance with the Joint Commission, OSHA, and Hospital guidelines.
• Troubleshoots routine/non‑routine problems and takes measures to correct/handle issues.
• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the patient.
• Assesses patient data relative to age‑specific needs and provides care as described in the department’s policies and procedures.
• Considers feedback from patients, families, and visitors and provides it to Nurse Manager for practice improvement.

• Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills.
• Participates in relevant continuing education programs.
• Knowledge of and dedication to the highest patient care and provides the utmost service excellence to all patients.
• Ability to take initiative and exercise independent judgment, decision‑making, and problem‑solving expertise.
• Can‑do, team oriented attitude essential; ability to work independently and to interact easily with physicians, other managers and staff throughout the department and hospital.
• Effective interpersonal and communication, organizational, and flexibility to handle multiple tasks.
• Administration of injections.

• Current state licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse required.
• CPR certification required.
• Phlebotomy experience strongly preferred.

• Graduate of an approved LPN program required.