Lead LVN - Internal Medicine - Santa Monica - $3,000 Sign-On Bonus

apartment Cedars-Sinai location_onSanta Monica, CA, US

Job Description

Join Cedars-Sinai!

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center has been ranked the #1 hospital in California and #2 hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, 2022‑23

Cedars-Sinai was awarded the Advisory Board Company’s Workplace of the Year which is an award that recognizes hospitals and health systems nationwide that have outstanding levels of employee engagement. We also have a great benefits package and competitive compensation which explains why U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America’s Best Hospitals!

Why work here?

Beyond outstanding employee benefits including health and dental insurance, vacation, and a 403(b), we take pride in hiring the best employees. Our accomplished staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation.

Are you ready to bring your clinical competencies to a world-class Medical Group known for the very highest clinical standards? Do you have a passion for the highest quality and patient satisfaction? Then please respond to this dynamic opportunity available with one of the best places to work in Southern California! We would be happy to hear from you.

The Cedars-Sinai Medical Network is committed to helping primary care and specialist physicians provide excellent care to all their patients, who benefit from convenient access to primary and specialty care physicians and seamless coordination of care between them. As a part of Cedars-Sinai, our physicians and staff are partners in quality health care from a medical center that is consistently recognized as one of the finest hospitals in the country. For the 8th consecutive year, we have been named one of the top 20 Physician Groups in Southern California by Integrated Healthcare Associates (IHA).

A Little More About What You Will be Doing

The Lead LVN works under the direction of the site supervisor or site manager to support providers and clinical staff in the delivery of health care within the scope of practice of the Licensed Vocational Nurse. The Lead LVN supports the clinical team in both direct and indirect patient care as required by the department. The Lead LVN works collaboratively with providers, clinical staff and other disciplines in the health care team to deliver safe and efficient patient-centered care.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Organizes and assigns duties and tasks to the clinical team to maintain operational needs and goals.
Maintains clinical workflows by coordinating and assuring accurate clinical team coverage needed to support providers and deliver safe patient care.
Monitors daily performance of the clinical team to ensure delivery of efficient quality care.
Conducts departmental orientation and assures that onboarding measures have been met to meet the needs of the department and of the employee.
Trains the clinical team in workflows to perform required job duties.
Provides review of clinical skills and performance abilities using designated evaluation tools.
Provides coaching and counseling according to organizational policies and procedures to improve performance under the direction of the site supervisor or manager.
Assists with controlling wage and non-wage expenses including pharmacy and supplies in accordance with the guidelines set by the organization.
Provides direct and indirect patient care within the scope of the LVN.
Displays proficient knowledge of clinical practices in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and industry standards.
Ensures staff have met the necessary certifications and licensing requirements to perform their duties in the work environment.
Works in a collaborative role with leads, supervisors, managers and related offices or organization

Qualifications

Education:

Completion of an accredited Vocational Nurse program

Licenses/Certifications:

Valid CA LVN license required
BLS certification from the American Heart Association and/or the American Red Cross required
IV/BW (intravenous/blood withdrawal) certification required

Experience:

3+ years of LVN experience required

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About Us

Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars- Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.

About the Team

With a growing number of primary urgent and specialty care locations across Southern California, Cedars-Sinai’s medical network serves people near where they live. Delivering coordinated, compassionate healthcare you can join our network of clinicians and physicians to improve the healthcare people throughout Los Angeles and beyond.

Req ID : 7664
Working Title : Lead LVN - Internal Medicine - Santa Monica - $3,000 Sign-On Bonus
Department : IM - Santa Monica
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation
Job Category : Nursing
Job Specialty : Nursing
Overtime Status : NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $30.84 - $47.80

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