What are the responsibilities and job description for the LVN II - NEWPORT BEACH UROLOGY position at Hoag Hospital Irvine?
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Salary Range : $27.88 - $42.90 / hour. Actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, skill level, and education.
Under the direction of a registered nurse or physician and under assigned administrative supervision, the LVN II provides care within the scope of the Vocational Nurse Practice Act and regulatory standards. Assists in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care. Follows patient identification procedures, provides appropriate information for all patient procedures, and collects and handles specimens. Assesses and implements prescribed interventions for the patient.
Implements and documents discharge plan for each patient. Recognizes that ethical / legal / medical dilemmas exist in the nursing practice and confers with the appropriate resource personnel when making ethical nursing decisions. Participates in maintaining a safe patient care environment. Assists with the care and maintenance of department equipment. Completes and accurately charts patient records. Completes and accurately keeps records of equipment and quality measures. Collaborates with other disciplines of the health care team to ensure the delivery of care across the continuum, providing timely, safe, and quality care. Responsible for providing a safe, HIPAA compliant environment for the patient and the staff. Performs other duties as assigned. Must perform phlebotomy if applicable to the department.
Specialty Clinics Only : Performs specialty procedures that include catheters, injections, Mohs surgical patients, and injection preparation. Will also coordinate home medications, specialty pharmacy, DME, and home care. Will be responsible for coordination of complex care.
Education and Experience
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- 2 years’ experience as an LVN.
- Basic keyboarding skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
- Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EPIC) preferred.
Primary Care and Urgent Care : Completion of educational courses before moving into an LVN II role (if hired into an LVN II, courses need to be completed within 6 months).
Specialty Clinics : New grad with previous patient care experience (6 months) will be considered in lieu of 2 years of LVN experience.
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Hoag is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Hoag is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Hoag hires a diverse group of people in a manner that allows them to reach their full potential in the pursuit of organizational objectives.
Nearest Major Market : Irvine California
Nearest Secondary Market : Los Angeles
Job Segment : LVN, Nursing, Registered Nurse, Patient Care, Urgent Care, Healthcare
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