LVN II - Arcadia Neurosurgery Clinic - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)
Arcadia, California
Posted Aug 19
- Shift
- 8-hour days
- Hours a week
- 40
- Unit
- Neurosurgery
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- 8-hour days · 5 a week · 40 hours
- Term
- Permanent
- Practice
- Non-union
- Setting
- Clinic
- Accepts
- LVN
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
The median for nursing in California is $49/hr, across 1927 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
The Licensed Vocational Nurse II (LVN II) is an individual with specific knowledge and technical skills to assist the Registered Nurse (RN) or Medical Provider. The LVN II utilizes the Nursing Process to provide therapeutic care to a specific population of patients, under the direction of the RN or Provider. LVN II will provide excellent quality care including patient education, phlebotomy and may participate in coordinating specific services as directed.
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Essential Duties
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Uses and practices basic assessment, participates in planning, executes interventions in accordance with the plan of care or treatment plan, and contributes to evaluation of individualized interventions related to the care plan or treatment plan Escorts patients to exam rooms, obtains and appropriately records patient vital signs/medication list, monitors patient flow, assists physicians with minor clinical procedures, performs EKGs, prepares patient chart with pertinent medical information, administers medication as directed by physician. Provides direct patient care. Administers medications.
Assess and monitor patients condition and notify physician/health care professional. Demonstrates professional communication skills for the purpose of patient care, education and multidisciplinary team collaboration. Schedules diagnostic tests ordered by the physician as needed.
Schedules and receives patients. Prepares and maintains medical records. Performs various administrative duties, including answering phone patient calls, returning phone calls, receiving and sorting in-coming faxes, obtaining prior authorizations.
Enters charges into the system in an accurate and timely fashion. Handles telephone calls and writes correspondences. Serves as a liaison between physicians and other individuals.
Takes patient histories and vital signs. Implements an effective and efficient patient flow. Performs first aid and CPR if needed.
Assists physicians with exams and treatments as permitted by license. Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams Organizes pharmacy refill requests for physician approval. Ability to work independently and in a team setting to accomplish duties in a timely manner.
Provide medical information and education to patients, following established protocols and guidelines. Triages patients in person and over the telephone. Ensures patient's right to privacy, safety, and confidentiality is maintained.
Maintains a safe environment in accordance with standards, policies, and safety regulations. Ensures compliance with infection control policies. Assess and monitor patients condition and notify physician/health care professional.
Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams. Provide medical information and education to patients, following established protocols and guidelines. Administers a broader range of medications, including injections and IV medications.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required
Qualifications
Req High School or equivalent Req Specialized/technical training Graduate of an accredited Vocational Nursing Program Req 3 years Experience in an acute care or ambulatory care setting. Req Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients. Req Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word as well as Internet access and utilization. Req Demonstrate excellent customer service behavior. Req Strong interpersonal skills to handle sensitive situations and confidential information Req Able to make decisions effectively and with appropriate stakeholder input
Preferred
Qualifications
Required Licenses/
Certifications
Req Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVN (CA DCA) Valid California Vocational Nursing license Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only) Req LVN - Intravenous Therapy Certification (CA DCA) IV certification Req Keck Program Preceptor Certification *If new hire, must obtain certification within 90 days/next class
USC Care Medical Group serves as the sole physician entity reporting to the USC Health System, uniting faculty clinical practice under Keck Medicine of USC. This entity oversees clinical governance, physician and ambulatory services, and core enterprise functions including billing, contracting, and financial operations. The organization encompasses 17 clinical departments, with approximately 1,500 physicians and 2,000 staff delivering care across more than 80 locations from Kern County to Orange County and into Las Vegas.
USC Care Medical Group is the engine for patient-centered growth—advancing quality, safety, access, and financial strength through integrated, system-level thinking that transcends silos and traditional models. By building bridges across the enterprise, embracing innovation, and leveraging technology, we deliver seamless, 5-Star access and service while expanding clinical reach and diversified models of care. Our work fuels a sustainable cycle of good health—organizationally, financially, and within the communities we serve—driving continued growth from within and beyond the system’s boundaries.
The hourly rate range for this position is $30.16 - $47.01. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law.
USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu . Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.
- Notice of Non-discrimination
- Employment Equity
- Read USC’s Clery Act Annual Security Report
- USC is a smoke-free environment
- Digital Accessibility
If you are a current USC employee, please apply to this USC job posting in Workday by copying and pasting this link into your browser: https://wd5.myworkday.com/usc/d/inst/1$9925/9925$152147.htmld
Sourced from Keck Medicine of USC’s careers page.
Requirements
- Req High School or equivalent
- Req Specialized/technical training Graduate of an accredited Vocational Nursing Program
- Req 3 years Experience in an acute care or ambulatory care setting.
- Req Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients.
- Req Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word as well as Internet access and utilization.
- Req Demonstrate excellent customer service behavior.
- Req Strong interpersonal skills to handle sensitive situations and confidential information
- Req Able to make decisions effectively and with appropriate stakeholder input
- Preferred
- Required Licenses/
- Req Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVN (CA DCA) Valid California Vocational Nursing license
- Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association
- Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)
- Req LVN - Intravenous Therapy Certification (CA DCA) IV certification
- Req Keck Program Preceptor Certification *If new hire, must obtain certification within 90 days/next class
- USC Care Medical Group serves as the sole physician entity reporting to the USC Health System, uniting faculty clinical practice under Keck Medicine of USC. This entity oversees clinical governance, physician and ambulatory services, and core enterprise functions including billing, contracting, and financial operations. The organization encompasses 17 clinical departments, with approximately 1,500 physicians and 2,000 staff delivering care across more than 80 locations from Kern County to Orange County and into Las Vegas. USC Care Medical Group is the engine for patient-centered growth—advancing quality, safety, access, and financial strength through integrated, system-level thinking that transcends silos and traditional models. By building bridges across the enterprise, embracing innovation, and leveraging technology, we deliver seamless, 5-Star access and service while expanding clinical reach and diversified models of care. Our work fuels a sustainable cycle of good health—organizationally, financially, and within the communities we serve—driving continued growth from within and beyond the system’s boundaries.
- The hourly rate range for this position is $30.16 - $47.01. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
- USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.
- We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu . Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.
- Notice of Non-discrimination
- Employment Equity
- Read USC’s Clery Act Annual Security Report
- USC is a smoke-free environment
- Digital Accessibility
- If you are a current USC employee, please apply to this USC job posting in Workday by copying and pasting this link into your browser: https://wd5.myworkday.com/usc/d/inst/1$9925/9925$152147.htmld
Place
- City
- Arcadia, California
- Rent against this pay
- 42% of monthly gross
- Local household income
- $113,516/yr
- State price level
- 11% above the national average
$2,191 median rent against $5,200 a month at $30/hr for 40 hours a week, before tax. Census ACS 2024.
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
California index 110.7, where 100 is the national average.
Arcadia sits at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains in Los Angeles County, offering a leafy suburban feel with equestrian roots and the historic Santa Anita Park. Nurses enjoy easy access to hiking trails, major medical centers nearby, and a calm pace just outside central LA.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.
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Keck Medicine of USC is the University of Southern California's medical enterprise, encompassing academic excellence, world-class research, and clinical care. The system includes Keck Hospital of USC, USC Norris Cancer Hospital, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, and numerous outpatient clinics. As…
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