Job Information
UCLA Health Sr. LVN - Cardiomyopathy in Los Angeles, California
Description
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.
Salary Range: $34.61-$45.66/hourly
Qualifications
Required:
Able to speak, understand, read and write English to convey information at all levels of understanding
Able to perform independently and interdependently.(Required)
Able to maintain positive working relationship with all team members, patients, and families
Able to take blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and perform EKG
Able to perform tasks with frequent interruptions
Able to maintain equanimity in the face of resistance and indifference
Able to maintain confidentiality
Knowledge of all instruments and supplies to perform physical examinations and/or procedures
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
Interpersonal skills in maintaining a cooperative working environment with the physicians, staff, and all health providers
Skill to perform CPR
Keyboard literacy skills to access and input data in computerized logging systems
Possess license issued by the State of CA Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners
Possession of CPR certification/BCLS
Possession EKG, Phlebotomy and IV certification
Demonstrated ability to be punctual and maintain good attendance
Skill and knowledge to submit quality work in a timely manner
UCLA Health welcomes all individuals, without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or disabilities, and we proudly look to each person’s unique achievements and experiences to further set us apart.