Clinic Resource LVN Medical Oncology (Per Diem, Day) - Vacaville

The Licensed Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care and acting as a patient liaison in support of Medical Oncology Department.  Duties include:

• Provides direct patient care according per organizational policies and procedures.
• Prepares patient for provider including vital signs and collection of clinical data.
• Administers medications to patients, including, oral, injections, IV’s and nebulizer treatments as ordered by provider.
• Assists provider and/or performs procedures in assigned area within scope of practice.
• Assists in the patient navigation for both inpatient/outpatient services and works closely with members of the clinic to ensure that patient is receiving appropriate services.
• Other duties outlined in the job description

Education: 

• Completion of accredited LVN Program.

Licensure/Certifications: 

• Current California LVN license.
• IV certified, or obtains IV certification within 60 days of hire.
• Current AHA or equivalent certification in CPR required.

Experience, Knowledge and Skills: 

• One year’s experience in ambulatory care setting preferred.
• Oncology experience preferred
• Bilingual preferred. 
• Demonstrated effective time management skills.  
• Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skill in providing ambulatory nursing care as appropriate for patients in the following age groups: Geriatric, Adult. 

Work Hours:

• Total Hours: At least four (4) shifts each month, or more as determined by the department's per diem availability standard and process 
• Shift: 8-hour shifts
• 10% per diem differential included in salary range

Philip Downs