(LVN) Licensed Vocational Nurse-Med Specialties

(LVN) Licensed Vocational Nurse-Med Specialties - 136221

Overview

UC San Diego Health is a Magnet designated organization, which is the 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 including transformational leadership, structural empowerment, exemplary professional practice, new knowledge, innovation and improvements and empirical quality results. UC San Diego Health has held its Magnet status since 2011.

This position is for a Nephrology LVN. Under the direct supervision of a registered nurse in the assigned department, performs a wide variety of patient care activities in support of clinic activity. This includes prioritizing and assisting in patient triage processing, preparation and assistance with patient examinations, administering medications, drawing blood, collecting and preparing laboratory tests, patient education and venipuncture and IV access. Position requires initiative, the ability to prioritize critical demands and the ability to work in a team environment. Other related duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Managing patient lab orders
• Nurse Visit Injections
• Monitoring / Managing patient Rx
• Coordinate Pediatric Transition / Rare Disorders clinic
• Manage Rx Prior Authorizations
• Coordinate Biopsy procedures

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Special Conditions

Pay and Benefits

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Annual Full Pay Range : $74,980 - $93,229 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent : $35.91 - $44.65

Note : 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).

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Additional Information

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!

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug-free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.

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