Lvn/Lpn - Downtown Clinic

Escorts patients to exam rooms, obtains and appropriately records patient vital signs/medication list, monitors patient flow, assists physicians with minor clinical procedures, performs EKGs, administers medication as directed by physician. Schedules diagnostic tests ordered by the physician as needed. Performs various administrative duties, including answering patient calls, returning MD and pharmacy phone calls, etc . Ensures patient’s right to privacy, safety, and confidentiality is maintained. Maintains a safe environment in accordance with standards, policies, and safety regulations. Ensures compliance with infection control policies. Performs venipuncture methods such as syringe, vacutainer, blood culture and finger stick. Collects and uses proper specimen techniques. Oversees and equipment and office supply inventory.

Works with Executive Programs and provides back up administrative when needed.

Manages Daily Patient Flow and adjusts clinical staff schedule to ensure quality and patient centered care.

Establishes and revises work center schedule and related staff schedules (with input from clinic director) Other duties as assigned.

The hourly rate range for this position is $25.00- $39.69. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Minimum Education: • High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum Experience/Knowledge: • Two years experience in an acute care or ambulatory care setting preferred. Required License/Certification: • Valid California Vocational Nursing license. IV certification preferred. • BLS for Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association. • Fire and Safety Certification. If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire, and maintained by renewal before expiration date.