The Primary Care LVN utilizes the nursing process to assess and identify the individual needs of patients through observation of disease symptoms, emotional state, laboratory reports, cultural and socio economic background and response to medical regimen and treatment. Additionally, they are required to learn and apply the Patient Centered Medical Home Standards. In collaboration with the Medical Home health care providers, nurses, and medical assistants the LVN will also assume clinical responsibility for administration of medications/vaccines, lab result review and monitoring, treatments and procedures pertinent to adult primary care such as ear irrigations, wound care and urethral catheterization, as well as patient education. This individual will utilize their excellent customer service and communication skills on a daily basis via phone and electronic communication and personal contact with both internal and external customers. This employee will utilize computer skills in Epic/APeX and other UCSF computerized programs. This individual supports the standards of the policies and procedures of the practice, and is responsible for maintaining current knowledge of pharmacology and competency in modes of administration, and complies with all Ambulatory Services and Medical Center policies and procedures for infection control, safety, and administrative and clinical practice. They are required to adhere to the Telephone and House Standards as adopted by the Medical Center, as well as demonstrating UCSF’s PRIDE values and the AIDET fundamentals of communication in all patient care.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

To see the salary range for this position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use that to look up): TCS Non-Academic Titles Search (ucop.edu)

Please note: The compensation ranges listed online for roles not covered by a bargaining unit agreement are very wide, however a job offer will typically fall in the range of 80% - 120% of the established mid-point. An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.

For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

• Licensed as a Vocational Nurse in the State of California
• A minimum of 2 years of experience
• Current American Heart Association CPR certification
• Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position, including demonstrated excellent communication skills, problem-solving ability, and high comfort level with learning new technology/systems
• Basic computer/keyboarding skills
• Prior experience with electronic systems/records
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Two years related experience in similar environment
• This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations

• 1-2 years of experience using an Electronic Medical Record system
• Experience in a primary care or geriatric outpatient clinic

• Active Licensed Vocational Nurse licensure in the State of California
• Active American Heart Association CPR Certification

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what’s possible for the patients we serve – a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report – UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

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Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

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Health

008917 VOC NURSE

Nursing - Ambulatory Services/Outpatient, Nursing - Pediatric Services, Other Nursing

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees - Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX)

Career

100%

Mount Zion (SF)

Days

8 Hours

Monday - Friday