LVN II - Optometry (On Call) - Full-time / Part-time

Description: Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician provides nursing care in accordance with the legal scope of practice and within established standards of care, policies and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Mission, Vision and Strategic Plan of the organization. Demonstrates quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice and treats co-workers, patients, families and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect.

Essential Functions:

Representative Duties: Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.

Performs patient care functions, within the scope of competency, considering age related needs of the patient as prescribed by physician/health care professional(s) following established protocols, policies and procedures.

Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams.

Assess and monitor patients' condition and notify physician/health care professional for disposition.

Prepare and administer medications as directed by physician order following established protocols.

Maintain equipment and supplies.

Identify and arrange for equipment needing repair.

Apply principles of aseptic technique and infection control as directed by the Infection Control Manual.

Monitor patient flow and assign/direct other ancillary personnel as needed.

Provide medical information and education to patients, following established protocols and guidelines.

Document pertinent patient information, assessment and nursing procedures following established protocols.

Maintain patient confidentiality.

Perform other duties as directed.

Pay Grade: 25

Basic Qualifications:

One (1) year of recent (within the last three (3) years) experience as a LVN in an acute/outpatient setting.

Current California Licensed Vocational Nurse.

Current Basic Life Support card.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Knowledge of data entry/charting for electronic medical records (Epic Medical Record System) preferred.

Notes:

This is an on-call position; start/end times and days may vary.

Locations may vary.

Must be willing to travel.

Must be available for premium days (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) and holidays.

Primary Location: California,Pasadena,Pasadena Optical Services 1055 E. Colorado Blvd. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 Shift: Day Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun Working Hours Start: 10:00 AM Working Hours End: 6:30 PM Job Schedule: Call-in/On-Call Job Type: Standard Employee Status: Regular Employee Group/Union Affiliation: United Healthcare Workers - West Job Level: Individual Contributor Job Category: Nursing Licensed Specialty: LVN / LPN Department: Optometry Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances.

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