Licensed Vocational Nurse Pasadena Peds

Licensed Vocational Nurse – HHP

Location: 800 S Fairmount Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105

Shift: 8 hours, Primary Shift: Days, Time Type:
Full time

Pay Range: $30.00 - $45.00 (Base pay only; additional compensation may be available through differentials, bonuses, etc.)

Role

Summary:

The LVN supports the physician and nursing staff in the delivery of healthcare by performing patient care assessments, and a variety of medically related tasks. The LVN is a licensed nurse who works in an ambulatory care setting to perform and provide nursing services within the scope of practice.

Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Diploma from accredited Vocational/Technical LVN program required.

Experience: 1 year LVN experience preferred.

Licenses &

Certifications:

Required:
Current unrestricted Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license issued by State of California;
Current Basic Life Support Provider (BLS) issued by American Heart Association. Preferred:
Current Intravenous Therapy & Blood Withdrawal Certificate issued by California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT).

Core

Skills:

• Communication – Ability to convey and/or receive written/verbal information to/from various audiences in different formats; strong interpersonal and communication skills; must be able to communicate, verbally and in writing, with staff, customers, and patients over the telephone or in person.
• Regulatory – Ability to use discretion and maintain privacy, confidentiality, or anonymity; maintains confidentiality of patient care and business matters; ability to interpret and apply knowledge of State, Federal and Agency standards to comply with regulations; working knowledge of clinical quality, patient safety, regulatory and reimbursement contexts; ability to deliver safe, appropriate, ethical and evidence-based care in an effective, efficient, and professional manner;
  
  incorporates feedback, self-reflection, sound clinical reasoning and problem solving to continuously improve quality of care and operational processes.
• Technical – Ability to use software applications and operate technological devices (e.g., computer, laptop, tablet, smartphone); strong proficiency using Microsoft Windows and other Microsoft Office software: MS Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word; ability to operate mechanical/medical devices and/or equipment; knowledgeable and proficient in the use of health care technology within specialty area.
• Time Management – Ability to demonstrate time management and priority setting skills; demonstrated success working independently, forging relationships, and managing multiple tasks with minimal directions; ability to handle multiple demands and/or manage complex and competing priorities; ability to manage multiple priorities, think tactically as well as strategically; demonstrating objectivity, delivering results, and show initiative and creativity; must be able to manage competing priorities, while being extremely adaptable and flexible and maintaining a positive work environment.