RH SSMC LVN

RH SSMC LVN I

Ridgecrest Regional Hospital, Ridgecrest, California, United States Medical

Job Summary

• Occupation: Licensed Vocational Nurse
• Specialty: Primary Clinic (Family Practice / Internal Medicine / Pediatrics)
• Salary: $26.66 — $42.60
• Working Hours: 40 hours/week
• Shifts: Day
• On-Call: No
• Degree
  
  Required:
  
  Current LVN license; IV certification
• Position Type: Full Time
• Work Environment: Hospital Clinic
• Location: 93555, Ridgecrest, California, United States
• Visa Sponsorship: No

SSMC is a fast‑paced, patient‑centered outpatient clinic dedicated to providing high‑quality care to our community. We’re looking for caring and skilled Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) who thrive in a collaborative healthcare environment and are experienced in ambulatory care settings.

In this role, you’ll provide both direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, assist providers during examinations and procedures, and help ensure smooth daily clinic operations. You’ll support patient flow, manage multiple priorities, and contribute to a positive, team‑based environment focused on compassionate, patient‑centered service.

We value collaboration, strong clinical knowledge, clear communication, and professionalism—and we’re excited to welcome teammates who bring these strengths to our clinic team.

• Perform direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision
• Room patients and obtain vital signs, medical histories, and chief complaints
• Administer medications, injections, and monitor patient responses
• Perform EKGs, wound care, and other clinical procedures within scope
• Assist physicians and advanced practice providers during exams and minor procedures
• Coordinate patient care, referrals, follow‑up appointments, and discharge instructions
• Manage phone triage and patient communications
• Document thoroughly and accurately in EMR/EHR systems
• Maintain infection control and safety standards
• Execute and support individualized care plans with professionalism and empathy

This role involves working closely with our Primary Clinic team to deliver effective, patient‑focused services in a supportive and inclusive environment. You’ll partner with providers, medical assistants, and front office staff to ensure coordinated, high‑quality care.

• Current LVN license to practice in California
• IV certification
• Minimum 2+ years of clinic/outpatient experience required
• Strong knowledge of clinical procedures and patient flow in ambulatory settings
• Proficiency in EMR systems
• Current BLS certification required and maintained
• Ability to read, write, understand and communicate effectively in the English language
• Must be able to put into practice Service Excellence skills with our patients, families, coworkers, and community

• Experience in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, or Pediatrics

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 403B with Employer Match
• Life Insurance
• Flex Spending – Health Care & Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Sick and Vacation Time