Sr. LVN - UCLA Cardiovascular Center

Under general supervision, the incumbent will provide age specific nursing care in the Cardiology clinic. Major functions are to collect health data, history information, medication reconciliation, take vital signs, start IVs, process medication prescriptions, administer medications and injections, give pre-procedure instructions to patients that are having Angiograms or Cardiac catheterizations. Assist with patient education on medication initiation and follow up. Document patient information accurately and in accordance with departmental and institutional guidelines. Maintain a good patient flow through the clinic; provide continuity of care to assigned clinic/s. Ability to respond and assist appropriately in emergency situations. The incumbent follows the principles set forth in the UCLA Health System and strive to provide the highest quality of C-I-Care/Patient Experience Practices.

Required:

• Possess license issued by the State of CA Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners withIntravenous Therapy and blood withdrawal certification
• Possession of BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  
• Performs phlebotomy, CPR, Injections, and other skills within scope of practice
• 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
• 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
  
• Interpersonal skills in maintaining a cooperative working environment with the physicians, staff, and all health providers
  
• 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 procedures
  
• 6+ months of LVN experience