Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Urgent Care

Quick Facts

• Role: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Urgent Care

• Supervision: Direct supervision by RN or physician

• Schedule: Varied shifts; rotating weekends

• Weekly hours: 40

• Shift length: 8 hours (listed)

• Pay range: $46.56 to $65.18 per hour

Description

Provides nursing care under direct supervision of an RN or physician in accordance with legal scope of practice and established standards, policies, and procedures. Supports timely implementation of the patient’s plan of care, assists with special/minor procedures and diagnostic exams, administers medications per orders and protocols, and educates patients and families. Maintains safety, equipment readiness, and strict PHI privacy and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care activities based on competency and age-related needs

• Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures, and diagnostic exams

• Assess and monitor patients; notify physician/healthcare professional for disposition

• Report unusual findings and contribute to plan of care revisions

• Collaborate with RN/physician to develop and evaluate individualized plan of care

• Monitor progress toward outcomes and ensure standards of practice are met

• Prepare for and assist with patient examinations and procedures

• Maintain team communication regarding patient responses to interventions

• Ensure routine and priority tasks are completed within departmental time frames

• Prepare and administer medications as directed by physician order following protocols

• Monitor patient flow and direct ancillary personnel as needed

• Maintain equipment and understand procedures/treatments performed by physicians

• Educate patients on examinations, tests, and procedures to reduce fear and anxiety

• Mentor and support students and new LVNs

• Perform clerical tasks: answer phones, update appointments, retrieve/enter/revise EHR records

• Complete accurate patient documentation of treatments performed

• Maintain clean, safe workspace; clean and disinfect equipment after each procedure

• Inspect and calibrate equipment; record QC results and report malfunctions

• Protect PHI and comply with department and regulatory standards

• Retain certification and complete mandated continuing education

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Vocational Nursing program (may be evidenced by LVN/LPN license) prior to start

• LVN license for California-based jobs (or LPN license for Oregon-based jobs) prior to start

• BLS (Basic Life Support) Healthcare Provider prior to start

Benefits

Comprehensive total rewards program is referenced (specific benefits not listed). Equal opportunity employer.