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Depending on the experience of the selected candidate, this position will be hired at the LVN or Sr. LVN level.
UC San Diego Health is proud to be a four-time Magnet-designated organization and has now earned Magnet with Distinction from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Magnet is the gold standard for nursing excellence, achieved by only about 10% of hospitals worldwide. Magnet with Distinction is awarded to the highest-performing Magnet organizations, with only a select few earning this prestigious honor. This recognition reflects our commitment to transformational leadership, professional nursing excellence, innovation, exceptional patient outcomes, and an empowering practice environment where nurses thrive.
Under general supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) in the assigned department, the LVN performs a wide variety of patient care activities in support of clinic activity. This includes prioritizing and assisting in patient triage processing, preparing and assisting with patient examinations, administering medications, drawing blood, collecting and preparing laboratory tests, patient education, venipuncture, and IV access.
At the senior level, the LVN assists with training and validation of competencies of Vocational Nurses and per diem Vocational Nurses, and other patient care support as required. Additionally, Sr. LVNs are assigned to more complex tasks, and provide patient education and staff training. Performs other related duties as assigned.
This position requires initiative, the ability to prioritize critical demands, and the ability to work in a team environment.
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) issued by the state of California.
BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.
Recent experience in a similar role and setting. (A minimum of two (2) years of LVN experience is required to be hired at the Sr. LVN level.)
Completion of educational requirements for licensure as a licensed vocationalnurse in California.
Must possess the skills, knowledge, and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
Knowledge of universal precautions and proper use of body mechanics.
Demonstrated experience working with a team to provide high-quality patient care.
Ability to take initiative, prioritize critical demands, exercise independent judgment, and work in a team environment.
Must demonstrate compassion and empathy towards patient care.
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Dermatology experience.
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Experience with surgical wound site care.
- Phlebotomy certified.
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ACLS and/or ART.
- Knowledge of PCIS, IDX, and EPIC computer systems.
- Bilingual: English/Spanish.
- General knowledge of pharmaceuticals and able to process PARs.
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Proven ability to serve as a resource and effectively lead and mentor teams.
- Possess the personal characteristics of professionalism, credibility, commitment to high standards, innovation, discriminating judgment and accountability.
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Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
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Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
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Willing to work overtime as required.
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $71,138 - $88,427 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $34.07 - $42.35
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.
UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!
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Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.
a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:
- UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
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UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
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Abusive Conduct in the Workplace
