Sr. LVN - Geriatrics, Westwood
Los Angeles, California
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Schedule and commitments
- Term
- Permanent
Do you qualify?
- License
- Possess active license issued by the State of CA Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners with Intravenous Therapy and blood withdrawal certification.
- Certification
- Possession of active CPR BLS from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Also asks
- Knowledge of all instruments and supplies to perform physical examinations and/or procedure Preferred: Knowledge of all instruments and supplies to perform physical examinations and/or procedure
- Also asks
- Ability to take vital signs, administer medications and obtain drug refills as needed.
- Also asks
- Ability to recognize abnormal laboratory values and report to the physician.
- Also asks
- Knowledge of symptomatology of common and or life threatening medical problems.
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- Also asks
- Interpersonal skills in maintaining a cooperative working environment with the physicians, staff, and all health providers.
- Also asks
- Demonstrate proficiency in computer skills, Windows computer function, computer navigation, and ability to use computerized patient care systems.
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- Knowledge of all safety requirements when handling biohazardous specimens or contaminated instruments
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- Verbal skills to effectively convey sensitive information in a courteous manner in person or on the telephone
What's around it?
Living costs about 14% above the US average
- Median rent
- $1,933/mo
- Household income
- $81,939/yr, all local households, not nurse pay
About this role
In this role you will provide direct patient care for diverse patient population. Work with clinic management, administration, faculty physicians, fellows, residents, medical students, and other clinical staff to include LVN’s and MA’s and ancillary personnel in providing total patient care, maintaining high standards of care, and recognizing normal and abnormal signs and symptoms of life threatening emergencies. Coordinate and prioritize tasks and protocols established by the department and/or Administration.
Salary Range: $38.54 - $50.84/hourly Pay range: $38.54 - $50.84 an hour
Qualifications
Required
Possess active license issued by the State of CA Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners with Intravenous Therapy and blood withdrawal certification.
Possession of active CPR BLS from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
Ability to take vital signs, administer medications and obtain drug refills as needed.
Ability to recognize abnormal laboratory values and report to the physician.
Knowledge of symptomatology of common and or life threatening medical problems.
Interpersonal skills in maintaining a cooperative working environment with the physicians, staff, and all health providers.
Performs phlebotomy, CPR, Injections, and other skills within scope of practice.
Demonstrate proficiency in computer skills, Windows computer function, computer navigation, and ability to use computerized patient care systems.
Knowledge of all safety requirements when handling biohazardous specimens or contaminated instruments
Verbal skills to effectively convey sensitive information in a courteous manner in person or on the telephone
Preferred
Knowledge of all instruments and supplies to perform physical examinations and/or procedure
How this role fits you
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Worth asking
- Can you walk me through differentials?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
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- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?