Licensed Vocational Nurse II - Vascular Access Nurse
Licensed Vocational Nurse II - Vascular Access Nurse
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ABOUT THE POSITION
- The Riverside University Health System - Medical Center has an immediate opening for a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join the Nurse Support Team. This position will primarily assist as a Vascular Access Nurse supporting patient care through the safe and effective placement and maintenance of vascular access devices and for promoting best practices in line care and infection prevention. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in aseptic technique IV insertion and patient education with experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) preferably in vascular access or an acute care setting.
Key responsibilities includes but are not limited to the following:- Perform aseptic dressing changes on central vascular access devices.
- Prepare patients for physicians or registered nurses procedures ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Support patient care during treatments and procedures by monitoring and assisting as needed.
- Ensure proper aseptic technique during all vascular access related procedures.
- Conduct daily audits of special procedures and invasive vascular access devices to ensure compliance and safety.
- Assist with the collection and documentation of vascular access and special procedure data.
- Educate patients and healthcare staff on the prevention of central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSI) and best practices in vascular access care.
- Perform ultrasound-guided peripheral IV insertions for both pediatric and adult patients when indicated.
Required Qualifications:- Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) including certification in IV Therapy and Blood Withdrawal
- Proficient in IV insertions.
- Strong knowledge of infection prevention and control specific to vascular access.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective patient and staff education
- High attention to detail with exceptional documentation practices.
- Ability to work independently manage time effectively and prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
Work Schedule:
4-day 10-hour workweek with every other weekend rotation
Hours: 7:00 am to 5:30 pm (subject to change based on the department needs)
Meet the Team!
To find out more about Riverside University Health System please visit: EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Provide nursing care to patients within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act for vocational nursing; prepare patients for physicians registered nurse physician assistants and nurse practitioners and care for patients during treatment; administer medications using subcutaneous intramuscularly intradermal subdermal and/or oral methods.
Take temperature pulse respiration and blood pressure of patients as necessary; apply and change dressings and cares for wounds; may collect specimens for laboratory analysis; assist physicians registered nurses and mid-level providers in performing examinations tests respiratory care and other treatments including minor surgical procedures PAP smears and colposcopies.
Perform venipuncture injections of medications including biological immunizations for pediatrics and adults including the provision of Tuberculin skin tests Coccidioidin skin tests and Histoplasmin skin tests in the course of a tuberculosis control program.
Perform documentation as required within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act for vocational nursing and established rules of charting; chart treatments and medications and maintain pertinent medical records; collect data from patients to ensure scheduling with appropriate services; maintain clinical records reports and charge tickets; review charts to determine type of treatment the patient may require and assure proper clinic scheduling and continuity of care.
Counsel advise and educate patients regarding proper health care methods; set clinic appointments per established policies and procedures; refer patients for specialty care to outside agencies utilizing knowledge of payor source to ensure appropriate referrals to outside agencies and programs.
Assist physicians registered nurses and mid-level providers in the administration of special treatments examinations and intravenous therapy; chart treatments and medications and maintain pertinent medical records according to established practice by the Nurse Practice Act for vocational nursing policies and procedures.
Assist physicians registered nurses and mid-level providers in the administration of medical records; assist in the data collection preparation and implementation of patient care plans; participate in patient education and rehabilitation programs and document data appropriately.
Observe patients condition and behavior and report significant changes to the supervisor.
May act under supervision and direction of a physician registered nurse or mid-level provider as a nursing leader over health services assistants certified medical assistants office assistants and other LVNs as assigned.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: At least one year of successful experience as an LVN preferably in an acute care hospital setting.
Knowledge of: Current principles techniques and procedures used in vocational nursing within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act for vocational nursing; medical terminology acute care procedures and equipment; medication administration and any policies and procedures of the setting assigned.
Ability to: Skillfully perform the full range of vocational nursing duties and responsibilities within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act for vocational nursing; learn and follow policies and procedures for the setting assigned; establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians mid-level providers registered nurses patients and co-workers; complete and maintain reports and patient records; make observations of situations accurately and report them so effective action can be taken according to rules of documentation and policies and procedures.
Other Requirements:
License: Possession of a valid California Vocational Nurses License including certification in IV Therapy and Blood Withdrawalissued by the California Board of Vocational Nurse and Psychiatric Technician Examiners.
Certificate: Possession of a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association for professional healthcare providers.SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Whats Next
This recruitment is open to all candidates.
Applicants who are current County of Riverside employees and/or current employees of the Riverside University Health System-Medical Center may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of the applications received.
Qualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the County.Bilingual Testing:
The Human Resources Department will coordinate a Bilingual (Spanish) Non-Proctored Assessment.
BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE.
Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Changes or alterations cannot be accepted. No late applications will be permitted.
Include relevant work experience details on resume and/or application. Applicants who fail to provide information demonstrating they possess the position requirements may not be considered further in the application process. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
For more information regarding this position please contact the recruiter Lisette Jimenez via email at
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify upload a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service and a copy of your spouses letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans Veterans Preference Policy C-3 is available here: Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter upload a copy of any license(s) official/unofficial transcript(s) degrees and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.If your education was completed outside of the United States you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE).
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information or denial of medical and family care leave or any other non-job-related factors.Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System all County of Riverside employees except those serving At Will are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding County Resolution or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process examinations Veterans preference pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions please refer to our web site .
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Employment Type
Full-Time
