LPN/LVN- Urgent Care TEMP Job Riverside area,California USA,Nursing

Position: LPN/LVN- Urgent Care- Full Time - TEMP

Summary

Responsible for covering clinical offices based on operational need. Assists in the examination and treatment of patients, takes vital signs, records patient charges, records patient history, assists in minor office procedures. Participates in patient education, communicates effectively with others, and functions within scope of practice. Has thorough knowledge of infection control and aseptic techniques.

Hours

Three 12‑hour shifts.

Qualifications

Education and or

Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; current California licensure as a Licensed Vocational Nurse; graduate of accredited school of Licensed Vocational Nursing; one (1) year previous experience in an ambulatory care setting.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations: Current California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license; current AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) certification and IV certification required; current ACLS certification preferred.

Essential Functions

Review patient medical record prior to visit to ensure chart readiness for physician.

Interview patients; measure vital signs, pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height; record information on patient’s chart.

Prepare treatment room for examination of patients; assist physician with procedures; clean examination room and sterilize appropriate equipment after use.

Explain procedures and treatments to patients and their family in order to gain cooperation, understanding, and allay apprehension.

Administer treatments, and perform routine laboratory tests under supervision of a Physician, Allied Health Professional, or a Registered Nurse.

Initiate intravenous lines, add plain IV fluids to existing lines, and discontinue lines under the direction of the Physician or an Allied Health Professional (must be IV certified).

Complete all documentation to ensure accurate medical records. Assure that physician has signed chart; review physician orders to verify that all orders have been carried out. Return patient chart to medical records.

Inventory and order medical supplies and materials, as needed.

Responsible for ensuring all expired sample medications and patient supplies are discarded upon expiration date.

Function in the LVN scope of practice and Riverside Medical Clinic policies and procedures.

Provide functional/technical assistance to Medical Assistants.

Maintain current California LVN licensure and BLS certificate.

Benefits

Challenging and rewarding work environment
Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
Competitive Compensation

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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LPN​/LVN- Urgent Care TEMP

LPN/LVN- Urgent Care TEMP