General Information
| Job Description | VOC NURSE PD | Working Title | SHS Licensed Vocational Nurse - Per Diem |
|---|---|---|---|
| Job Code | 008918 | Grade | |
| Department Name | Student Health Services - D01165 | Department Head | Kenneth Han |
| Supervisor | Danielle Bowers | Effective Date |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
| Job Code | Title | FTE |
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Department Custom Scope
| To assist physicians and professional nursing staff in providing care and treatment of patients. To maintain and clean equipment. May be utilized in clinic covering Medical Assistant staff shortages. This posting is for two per diem positions and will be for a year long appointment. Per Diem Appointments may be scheduled on a pre-scheduled basis or as needed on a day-to-day basis or called off from a pre-established schedule as determined by the University. The position may be extended if there is available funding at that time. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
Experience Requirements
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Experience working with physicians, nurses and patients in a medical back-office setting and have the ability to manage simultaneous tasks. | Required |
| Minimum of two years' experience performing back office duties. | Preferred |
| Minimum of two years outpatient primary care clinic experience at a University setting. | Preferred |
| Supervisory experience. | Preferred |
License Requirements
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Current California Vocational Nurse License | Required |
Certification Requirements
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Educational Condition Requirements
| Condition | Requirement |
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Key Responsibilities
| Description | % Time |
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| Preparing for Patient Care Under the direction of the physician or nurse practitioner, the LVN is responsible for preparing patients for the visit with the provider. 1. Recognizes symptomology of common medical illnesses and emergent medical conditions. 2. Applies protocol for encountering infectious clients. 3. Applies protocol for emergent medical conditions. 4. Determines the chief complaint from the patient and records it accurately in the medical record. 5. Prepares patients for exam with correct positioning and draping. 6. Accurately takes and records vital signs in patient medical record. 7. Assists with treatment and exams, including but not limited to gynecological exams. | 35 |
| Delivering patient care 1. Administers prescribed procedures under provider direction including dressing changes, hot and cold applications, ear lavage, fitting of crutches, splints and slings, screening eye exams, specimen collection and transport, peak flow and O2 saturation. 2. May administer intramuscular, subcutaneous and oral medications per Student Health Services policy. Performs venipuncture adhering to all OSHA PPE safety requirements. 3. May start and monitor IV's according to SHS policy. 4. Monitors patients for change in condition and reaction to medications. 5. Provides patient education regarding common conditions per provider direction. | 35 |
| Post visit/care routine follow up 1. Reviews charts for lab and X-ray results, correct completion of all lab and X-ray work, consultation requests, and accurate filing of all chart information. 2. Assists with refills of patient prescriptions by obtaining medical record, notifying physician and recontacting patient with instructions. 3. Makes appropriate annotations in the patient chart, maintaining accurate and complete records of nursing care. 4. Under direction of medical provider, makes appropriate annotation in patient management system using accurate ICD-9 codes. 5. Coordinates flu clinics and any other injections clinic as directed by supervisor. 6. Vaccinates patients who come in for routine appointments, as needed. 7. Assist RNs in selected treatments and vaccinations while staying within scope of LVN practice. | 25 |
| Other duties as needed. | 5 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
| Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Current Vocational Nurse License. | Required |
| Current CPR certification as well as: Injection, EKG, and phlebotomy and IV certification. | Required |
| Knowledge of medical terminology and coding. | Required |
| Demonstrated knowledge of instruments and supplies needed to perform various examinations and procedures including preparation of specimens to attain accurate laboratory results. Knowledge of fundamentals of asepisis and sterile techniques, basic bacteriology and infection and disease control. Have the ability to prepare patients for examinations and minor surgeries. Demonstrated ability to administer CPR and medication. | Required |
| Ability to prioritize and complete tasks in a timely manner. Ability to work quickly and accurately. | Required |
| Ability to be an effective and cooperative member of a team. Ability to maintain confidentiality and sensitivity, to respect rights and to comply with HIPAA regulations and to show respect for patients with diverse cultural backgrounds and lifestyles. | Required |
| Knowledge of medical records procedures and have the ability to recognize abnormal laboratory values and report to the physician or nurse practitioner. | Required |
| Physical ability to safely lift and move 40 pounds and reach above head | Required |
| Ability to stand for long periods of time. | Required |
| Manual dexterity and visual and auditory acuity to perform the required clinical duties. | Required |
| Knowledge of University computer systems and polices. | Preferred |
Special Requirements & Conditions
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Level of Supervision Received
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Environment
Working Environment
| Campus |
Other Requirements
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Critical Position
| Is Critical Position: Yes |