Licensed Vocational Nurse, Family Medicine
Company: Sutter Health
Location: Fairfield
Posted on: May 13, 2022
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Job Description:
Participates in the patient/family care and experience through
critical thinking, teamwork, effective communication and nursing
knowledge and skills.
Principal Accountabilities
Community-Promotes a positive relationship between Sutter Health
and the community.
Finance - Utilizes resources to deliver quality care in a safe,
efficient, and cost-effective manner.
Growth - Follows patient/family plan of care to achieve optimal
health goals.
People- Participates as a member of the health care team in a
professional manner according to the Standards ofExcellence
promoting a positive work environment.
Quality-Provides optimal care to patients' and family which is
collaborative, evidence based and meets
national/facility standards to achieve the best possible
outcome.
Service - Cares for patient/family according to the Sutter
Difference standards and activities ensuring the best
patient/family experience.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Education/including Licensure/ Certification/ Registration:
Current licensure California LVN; BLS-HCP; additional certification
per facility standard( see grid). Graduate of an accredited
practical or vocational school of nursing or equivalent
experience.
Experience:
Combination of education and experience sufficient to perform
primary responsibilities as would be typically obtained in a 2-year
Licensed Vocational Nursing program. 2-3 years previous experience
working in a physician's office as an LVN, preferred.
Knowledge:
Knowledge of scope of practice for a LVN in the State of
California. Knowledge of medical terminology and abbreviations.
Knowledge of Universal Precautions. Knowledge of clinical protocols
for vital signs. Knowledge of normal values for vital signs, i.e.,
blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and temperature. Knowledge of
medical positioning for patients. Knowledge of scheduling
practices/referrals for physician offices preferred. Knowledge of
effective teamwork practices between front and back office staff.
Must have passed the SMF Pre-Screen Test for Clinical Assistants
prior to hire. Must have demonstrated knowledge of basic nursing
skills; effective English written and communication skills and
basic computer skills.
Skills:
Under the direction of Physcian, NP, PA or RN, prioritizes and
manages multiple demands in an ever changing environment.
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