LVN I - SOUTH BAY MED CENTER - NEPHROLOGY-REGULAR CLINIC
Company: Kaiser Permanente
Location: Harbor City
Posted on: October 27, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Summary:Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse
or physician provides nursing care in accordance with the legal
scope of practice and within established standards of care,
policies and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with
the Mission, Vision and Strategic Plan of the organization.
Demonstrates quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical
practice and treats co-workers, patients, families and all members
of the health care team with dignity and respect.Essential
Responsibilities:Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and
Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state,
federal and local laws.Performs patient care functions, within the
scope of competency, considering age related needs of the patient
as prescribed by physician/health care professionals) following
established protocols, policies and procedures.Assist medical
personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or
diagnostic exams.Assess and monitor patients condition and notify
physician/health care professional for disposition.Prepare and
administer medications as directed by physician order following
established protocols.Maintain equipment and supplies.Identify and
arrange for equipment needing repair.Apply principles of aseptic
technique and infection control as directed by the Infection
Control Manual.Monitor patient flow and assign/direct other
ancillary personnel as needed.Provide medical information and
education to patients, following established protocols and
guidelines.Document pertinent patient information, assessment and
nursing procedures following established protocols.Maintain patient
confidentiality.Perform other duties as directed.Patient/Care
Procedures: Explain purpose and process of examinations, tests and
medical procedures to patients, following established
guidelines.Instruct patients on general health and basic self care
procedures.Review, explain and clarify physician orders with
patient.Instruct patient in use of home equipment.Administer
patient first aid.Apply basic orthopedic devices, as ordered by
physician.Apply and remove dressings.Execute treatments such as
urinary catheterization, bladder irrigations, suction procedures
and throat irrigations.Follow standard infection control
procedures.Administer enemas.Initiate emergency procedures
(including basic CPR) and provide emergency patient treatments.Lift
patients.Monitor patient vital signs.Monitor patients for
bleeding.Observe machine monitors.Administer inhalation
therapy.Participate in development of nursing care plans.Perform
surgical preps.Prepare and position patients for procedures.Prepare
patients for physical examinations.Provide therapeutic care as
ordered by physician.Rinse and clean instruments and
equipment.Sterilize instruments and equipment.Arrange for equipment
repair and maintenance.Sterilize instruments and equipment.Arrange
for equipment repair and maintenance.Maintain clean work
area.Monitor supply of oxygen and gas tanks.Complete laboratory,
radiology requisitions and specialized test forms.Notify
appropriate personnel of abnormal lab test results.Answer member
inquires.Observe patient condition for reactions during and after
procedures.Remove sutures following established protocols.Respond
to Code Blues.Take and record patient vital signs, height, weight,
etc.Obtain specimens from patients (urine, stool, etc.).Perform
venipuncture and finger sticks to obtain blood samples.Prepare
specimens and specimens for lab analysis.Perform urine tests
(tablet or dipstick.)Perform vision screening using Snellen
chart.Perform routine diagnostic tests, following established
protocols.Perform skin tests.Assist as member of surgical
team.Assist physicians with endotrachael intubations.Assists
physician in obtaining tissue specimens and biopsies.Assist with
proctological procedures (i.e. Sigmoidoscopies.)Restrain or support
patients during procedures.Perform EKGs (electrocardiograms.)Assist
patients with ambulation and exercises, following established
protocols.Administer topical or aerosol medication as
ordered.Administer medications as prescribed, within scope of
practice.Transportation: Transport patients to/from designated
areas.Route specimens to laboratory.Transport laboratory specimens,
medical records, laboratory supplies and materials.Transport office
supplies and materials, patient related supplies and
materials.Transport equipment, and procedures
trays.Administrative/Clerical/Record Keeping: Request
charts/medical records.Schedule, cancel and reschedule patient
appointments.Initiate follow up appointments with patients.Check in
patients/members.Prepare outgoing mail.Locate personnel by paging
system or beeper.Provide patient information to family members,
following patient confidentiality guidelines.Record and send
Faxs.Screen patient calls and take messages for providers.Maintain
department logs.Maintain and update user manuals.Monitor and
maintain protocol manuals.Respond to requests for information.Order
medical supplies and equipment.Receive, store and distribute
materials and supplies.Replenish linen.Adjust work schedules and/or
reassign personnel as directed.Serve as resource to coworkers by
answering procedure questions and assisting in problem
solving.Participate in special projects and studies.Demonstrate
safety procedures.Coordinate and monitor activities within the
module.Function as team leader.Participate in department
meetings.Train and orient new staff to equipment, general duties
and procedures, following established protocols.Maintain
proficiency in clinical skills.Answer call lights.Answer telephones
and take messages.Call in telephone prescriptions, following
established protocols.Assume other activities and responsibilities
as directed.Compliance and Integrity: Models and reinforces ethical
behavior in self and others in accordance to the Principles of
Responsibility; adheres to organizational policies and guidelines;
supports compliance initiatives; maintains confidences; admits
mistakes; conducts business with honesty; shows consistency in
words and actions; follows through on commitments.Service Language:
Consistently demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities, and
behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive
service to each other, to our members, and to customers, contracted
providers and vendors.And participates in service training and KP
programs provided.Basic Qualifications:ExperienceZero (0) to one
(1) year LVN experience.EducationN/ALicense, Certification,
RegistrationVocational Nurse License (California)Basic Life
SupportAdditional Requirements:N/ANotes:Variable shifts based on
operational needs.Shift start time variable based on coverage
needed.This is an on call position, days and hours may
vary.COMPANY: KAISERTITLE: LVN I - South Bay Med Center -
Nephrology-Regular Clinic - 0806LOCATION: Harbor City,
CaliforniaREQNUMBER: 1299926External hires must pass a background
check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or
conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner
consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not
limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation,
gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.
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