Licensed Vocational Nurse

Overview

The Department of Family Medicine of the Keck School of Medicine of USC provides care for every member of the family, across generations and over lifetimes. We aim to enhance the quality of life for underserved and vulnerable patients while educating future generations of highly skilled, compassionate primary care specialists. Our goal is to combine education, patient advocacy, and evidence-based research to advance family medicine and geriatrics.

USC Street Medicine is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to work under the supervision of the Clinic Nurse Manager. The Licensed Vocational Nurse will join a multi-disciplinary team to provide care coordination and assist with transitional primary care for unsheltered homeless individuals living in Los Angeles.

Full‑time, in‑person. M‑F, 8a‑4p. Hourly rate $31.11‑$35.00.

• Obtain accurate vitals and medical history.
• Conduct follow‑ups via phone calls, encampment visits, and visit other settings where patients can be found.
• Recognize changes in physical or mental condition and notify physician or nursing supervisor.
• Maintain files and records, oversee equipment and office supply inventory; perform clerical tasks such as photocopying, faxing, mail distribution, and errands.
• Document comprehensive medical records for billing, including patient history, medication list, allergy list, treatments and procedures.
• Promote security by alerting appropriate personnel for safety, fire and other unsafe situations; report any unusual occurrences to supervisor.
• Understand and apply crisis intervention, interviewing techniques, psychosocial problems, counseling and case management documentation.
• Provide individualized interventions to promote restoration of health and achievement of patient health goals.
• Understand age‑related and cultural needs of individuals served.
• Coordinate client care in a non‑discriminatory and non‑judgmental manner.
• Collaborate with clinical personnel and maintain excellent professional relationships with patients, visitors and staff; effectively communicate Street Medicine’s mission.
• Advocate on behalf of patients and liaise with community agencies to ensure continuity of care.
• Work closely with Street Medicine Registered Nurses, Nursing Supervisor, Clinical Coordinator, Physician/Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner, and other multidisciplinary team members.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited vocational nursing program.
• Passed the NCLEX‑PN licensing examination.
• One year of work experience.
• Valid California Vocational Nursing license.
• Valid BLS for Healthcare Provider.
• Valid IV/BW certification (IV therapy and blood withdrawal).

• Two years of experience working with the unhoused population.
• Demonstrated intrapersonal skills and knowledge of patient care and/or needs.
• Keen observational, decision‑making, and communication skills.
• Ability to follow orders and work independently within scope of practice.
• Related undergraduate study.

USC 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, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC will consider applicants with criminal records per applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety.

USC provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Contact USC Human Resources for assistance.