LVN/LPN - Downtown Clinic - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union)

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. Schedules diagnostic tests ordered by the physician as needed. Performs various administrative duties, including answering phone patient calls, returning phone calls, receiving and sorting in-coming faxes, obtaining prior authorizations. 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. Other duties as assigned.

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, administers medication as directed by physician. Schedules diagnostic tests ordered by the physician as needed. Performs various administrative duties, including answering patient calls, returning MD and pharmacy phone calls, etc . 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. Performs venipuncture methods such as syringe, vacutainer, blood culture and finger stick. Collects and uses proper specimen techniques. Oversees and equipment and office supply inventory. Works with Executive Programs and provides back up administrative when needed. Manages Daily Patient Flow and adjusts clinical staff schedule to ensure quality and patient centered care. Establishes and revises work center schedule and related staff schedules (with input from clinic director) Other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties:

• 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.
• Provides direct patient care.
• Administers medications.
• Demonstrates professional communication skills for the purpose of patient care, education and multidisciplinary team collaboration.
• Schedules and receives patients.
• Ensures patient charts are prepared prior to appointment including x-rays and pertinent lab work, makes arrangements to obtain any special equipment needed. Sets up exam rooms, assists physician with exams as needed, monitors patient flow
• Performs basic administrative duties.
• Handles telephone calls and writes correspondences.
• Serves as a liaison between physicians and other individuals.
• Takes patient histories and vital signs.
• Implants an effective and efficient patient flow.
• Performs first aid and CPR if needed.
• Assists physicians with exams and treatments as permitted by license.
• Organize pharmacy refill request for physician approval.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting to accomplish duties in a timely manner.
• Triages patients in person and over the telephone.
• Records patient information in chart//EHR according to Joint Commission standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Req High school or equivalent
• Req Specialized/technical training Graduate from an accredited Vocational Nursing Program
• 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:

• Pref 2 years Experience in a surgical care, acute care or ambulatory care setting.
• Pref LVN - Intravenous Therapy Certification (CA DCA)

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Req Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVN (CA DCA)
• 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)

The hourly rate range for this position is $28.00 - $47.75. 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.

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