Licensed Vocational Nurse

Ampla Health
Chico, CA
Category Healthcare
Job Description
Role Overview

The LVN Staff Nurse provides medical support services to the providers in order to ensure a smooth flow of patients through the medical clinic. The role involves assisting patients, providers, and maintaining a professional growth by attending staff meetings and required in-service trainings.

What You Will Do

The main day-to-day responsibilities include assisting patients, calling and visiting the clinic, obtaining vital signs, collecting and processing laboratory specimens, and maintaining daily EHR worklist. Additionally, the role involves assisting providers with patient healthcare support, performing diagnostic tests, administering immunizations and medications, and providing patient education and teaching.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a valid California Nursing License, current CPR certification, and experience in acute care. The role requires effective communication skills, ability to function effectively as part of a team, and discretion in situations dealing with confidential patient health information.

Requirements

  • Valid California Nursing License issued by the Board of Vocational or Registered Nurse
  • Current CPR certification
  • Neatness and accuracy in performing tasks
  • Ability to function effectively as part of a team
  • Ability to use discretion in situations dealing with confidential patient health information
  • Effective time management skills
  • Familiarity with primary care outpatient clinic procedures
  • One (1) year acute care experience
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