Licensed Vocational Nurse - Pediatric Emergency Department

Under the supervision of the Unit Director and clinical leadership of the Emergency Department, the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides nursing care to pediatric patients within a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center. The LVN functions as a member of the multidisciplinary trauma and emergency care team and provides patient-centered care within the scope of LVN practice under the direction of Registered Nurses and physicians.

• Patient Assessment and Intake
  • Performs patient intake and clinical assessment in the Emergency Department according to departmental protocols and trauma center standards.
  • Collects and documents patient history, vital signs, pain assessment, allergies, medications, and developmental considerations.
  • Identifies and reports significant clinical findings to the RN or physician promptly.
• Emergency and Trauma Care Support
  • Assists the trauma team during trauma activations and emergency resuscitations.
  • Prepares trauma bays and ensures availability of emergency equipment and supplies.
  • Monitors patients for changes in condition and promptly reports deterioration to the clinical team.
• Medication Administration
  • Administers medications and immunizations within LVN scope of practice and institutional policy.
  • Maintains accurate documentation of medication administration in the electronic health record.
  • Maintains knowledge of pediatric pharmacology and safe medication practices.
• Clinical Procedures
  • Performs clinical procedures within scope including:
  • Wound care and dressing changes
  • Ear irrigation
  • Specimen collection
  • IV assist
  • IV insertion
  • Splinting support
  • Phlebotomy
  • Assists providers with emergency procedures and diagnostic testing.
• Patient and Family Support
  • Provides age-appropriate education and emotional support to pediatric patients and families.
  • Supports family-centered care practices during emergency care situations.
• Coordination of Care
  • Communicates patient status to the interdisciplinary team.
  • Assists with patient flow, transfers, and transport within the Emergency Department.
  • Documents patient care activities in the electronic health record (APEX).
• Quality and Safety
  • Participates in quality improvement initiatives and trauma program standards.
  • Maintains compliance with infection control, patient safety, and regulatory requirements.
  • Ensures emergency equipment and supplies are maintained and ready for use.

• Graduation from an accredited LPN or LVN program
• Successful completion of an IV therapy course preferred
• Two (2) years of related healthcare experience
• Demonstrated proficiency in phlebotomy
• Demonstrated ability to provide highly personalized patient care
• Demonstrated ability to work as an integral part of a patient care team
• Demonstrated communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Ability to administer immunizations to patients
• Ability to meet physical requirements identified below
• Proficient in APEX
• Proficient with Windows-based software including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook

• 1-3 years of Pediatric Experience preferred
• Emergency Department Experience

• Licensed as a Vocational Nurse in the State of California.
• Current CPR Certification (BLS)