The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) assists the Registered Nurse in providing care for a designated group of patients and uses the Nursing Process to deliver therapeutic care under RN direction. Essential Duties Accurately obtains and records patient vital signs. Under direction of registered nurse or physician, performs established techniques for medication administration, parenteral fluids, and specimen collection. Responds promptly to emergency situations. Recognizes changes in a patient’s physical and mental condition and takes appropriate action by notifying the physician and/or nursing supervisor. Provides comprehensive medical record documentation reflecting all aspects of care during each encounter, including patient history, medication list, allergy list, and treatments or procedures. Accurately and completely documents data for billing purposes. Promotes security by alerting appropriate personnel for safety, fire, and other unsafe situations. Reports any unusual occurrences to the supervisor. Assists with stocking supplies and cleaning rooms and equipment. Ensures patient charts are prepared prior to appointment, including x‑rays and pertinent lab work, and makes arrangements to obtain any special equipment needed. Sets up exam rooms, assists physician with exams as needed, and monitors patient flow. Performs venipuncture methods such as syringe, vacutainer, blood culture, and fingerstick. Instructs patients regarding procedures including glucose tolerance preparation and proper specimen collection techniques. Provides patient care if fainting or loss of consciousness occurs. Assists in coverage for switchboard, appointment system, and reception area, as needed. Cleans, wraps, and autoclaves instruments. Sets up surgical trays and assists surgeons during surgical procedures. Assists and/or transports patients to exam rooms or surgical suites. Takes specimens to laboratory and returns with reports. Maintains files and records, oversees equipment and office supply inventory, photocopies, collates, faxes, distributes, mails, and performs errands. Reads and prioritizes incoming mail and handles or routes it as appropriate. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Graduate of an accredited Vocational Nursing Program. Passed the NCLEX‑PN licensing examination. One year of experience in an acute care or ambulatory care setting. Demonstrated intrapersonal skills and knowledge of patient care and/or needs. Strong observational, decision‑making, and communication skills. Ability to follow orders and work under close supervision. Required Licenses/Certifications Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – California Vocational Nursing license. Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification from the American Heart Association. For positions in Las Vegas only: Licensed Vocational Nurse – Nevada Vocational Nursing license and BLS certification from the American Heart Association. Fire Life Safety Training (LA City). If no card is provided upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration. Hourly Rate: $29.00 – $45.20. USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr