LVN Resource Vocational Nurse - Primary Care

Job Title

Senior Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – Primary Care

Encinitas, California

Encinitas Primary Care is part of UC San Diego Health, a Magnet designated organization. The clinic is a high‑performing, patient‑centered team focused on delivering exceptional care.

The Senior LVN performs a wide variety of patient care activities in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.

• Prioritize and assist in patient triage, prepare and assist with patient examinations and procedures.
• Administer medications, perform wound care, draw blood, collect and prepare laboratory specimens, initiate venipuncture and IV access.
• Provide patient education and ensure adherence to quality and safety standards.
• Use clinical judgment to prioritize critical demands and work effectively as part of a team.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) issued by California.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to obtain BART within six months.
• At least two (2) years of LVN experience in a similar role and setting.
• Knowledge of universal precautions and proper body mechanics.
• Proficient with electronic charting in EHR systems.
• Skilled in taking vital signs, medication administration, patient interviewing, specimen collection, and normal lab ranges.
• Understanding of patient flow and appointment monitoring.
• Knowledge of pharmaceuticals and processing of PARs.
• Ability to lead and mentor teams, exercise independent judgment, and work in a collaborative environment.

• Certification in Intravenous Therapy (LVN IV).
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT).
• ACLS and/or ART.
• Experience in Express Care or Urgent Care, point‑of‑care testing, ambulatory setting, and procedures.
• Skills in wound care, suture removal, and dressing changes.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑volume clinical setting.

• Variable schedule including on‑call, weekends, and holidays.
• Criminal background check and pre‑employment physical required.

Hourly: $35.91 – $44.65 (adjusted for any less than 100% appointment). Annual: $74,980 – $93,229 (prorated if applicable).

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other status under law.

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer will be required to disclose whether they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.

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