(LVN) Licensed Vocational Nurse-Cardiology Clinic - 138690

UC San Diego Health is a Magnet designated organization, which is a prestigious recognition that applies to only 10% of all U.S. hospitals. Magnet is the "gold standard" for nursing excellence and is based on strengths in five key areas, which include transformational leadership, structural empowerment, exemplary professional practice, new knowledge, innovation and improvements and empirical outcomes. UC San Diego Health has held its Magnet status since 2011.

Under the direct supervision of a registered nurse in the Cardiology Clinic, the LVN performs a wide variety of patient care activities in support of clinic activity. Position requires initiative, able to prioritize critical demands and the ability to work in a team environment.

Job duties to include but are not limited to direct patient care for rooming patients, taking accurate vital signs, providing immunizations for cardiology, transplant and heart failure patients, EKGs, providing medication refills, and educating patients.

• 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.

• Two years minimum LVN experience.

• 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.

• Ability to take initiative, prioritize critical demands and work in a team environment.

• Two (2) years of cardiology LVN experience.
• Experience completing medication prior authorization.
• Experience in direct patient care.
• EPIC experience.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Willing to work overtime as required.