The Senior Licensed Vocational Nurse (Sr. LVN) provides clinical and administrative support to patients and a multidisciplinary team within the Connie Frank Kidney Transplant Center. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide patient care and support for pre- and post-kidney transplant patients and living donors.
• Support in-person and telehealth clinic visits, including patient intake and follow-up.
• Triage patient calls and respond to clinical questions and care needs.
• Coordinate care with physicians, pharmacies, insurance providers, referring offices, and other healthcare partners.
• Reconcile patient medications and medical histories and maintain accurate documentation.
• Obtain vital signs and perform central line blood draws and maintenance.
• Administer IV fluids and piggyback infusions as ordered.
• Process prior authorizations and Medi-Cal exemptions.
• Promote efficient patient flow and continuity of care across multiple specialties and care settings.
• Serve as a key point of contact for patients and families, providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Follow UCLA Health System principles and contribute to a high-quality patient experience through C-I-Care/Patient Experience practices.

Salary Range: $38.54-$50.84/hourly

Required:

• Possess license issued by the State of CA Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners with Intravenous Therapy and blood withdrawal certification
• Possession of BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Skill to Perform phlebotomy, CPR, Injections, and other skills within scope of practice
• Knowledge of all instruments and supplies to perform physical examinations and/or procedures
• Ability to take vital signs, administer medications and obtain drug refills as needed
• Ability to recognize abnormal laboratory values and report to the physician
• Knowledge of symptomatology of common and or life threatening medical problems
• Demonstrate proficiency in computer skills, Windows computer function, computer navigation, and ability to use computerized patient care systems.
  
• Knowledge of all safety requirements when handling biohazardous specimens or contaminated instruments
  
• Interpersonal skills in maintaining a cooperative working environment with the physicians, staff, and all health providers

Preferred:

• 6+ months of LVN experience