LVN-Dermatology Clinic

Overview

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)-Dermatology Clinic is responsible for providing nursing care to patients who present with urgent, emergent, or potential health problems; utilizes knowledge of basic nursing principles, practices, and ethics within the LVN Scope of Practice. Performs other duties as needed.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of a school of Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN) required.
• Minimum one-year LVN clinical experience preferred.

• Knowledge of basic nursing principles, practices, and ethics within the LVN scope of practice.
• Able to: read; write legibly; speak in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality; use computer and software programs necessary to the position; troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment.
• Relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; accept direction.
• Communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; work independently with minimal supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple assignments effectively; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail.
• Distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place/patient care; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position; discern temperature variances through touch.

• Active California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• Phlebotomy and Intravenous (IV) certification preferred.