Description

In this position, you will be responsible for all nursing and clinical services in the Ambulatory & Community Practice. Your duties include, but are not limited to: * direct nursing care, clinic administration, patient flow coordination and supervision of clinic nursing staff * interaction with faculty, residents, patients, and staff to maximize patient care and ensure patient safety * coordination and assignment of tasks and duties of all nursing and supplemental staff based on established protocols, policies and procedures * supervision of staff; conducting the evaluation process, maintaining yearly staff competencies, providing all necessary training for new and existing staff and reviewing staff timesheets for accuracy based on the daily schedule * ensuring that all applicable policies and standards are maintained at all times * planning for and adjusting staffing on a daily basis to maintain efficient and adequate operations * maintenance and upkeep of the practice * managing the Quality Assurance process Salary Range: $34.24 - $74.19/Hourly

Qualifications

Required: * Possess active license issued by the State of CA Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners with Intravenous Therapy and blood withdrawal certification. * Possession of active CPR BLS from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. * 3+ years LVN experience required. * Ability to take vital signs, administer medications and obtain drug refills as needed. * Ability to recognize abnormal laboratory values and report to the physician. * Knowledge of symptomatology of common and or life threatening medical problems. * Interpersonal skills in maintaining a cooperative working environment with the physicians, staff, and all health providers. * Performs phlebotomy, CPR, Injections, and other skills within scope of practice. * Demonstrate proficiency in computer skills, Windows computer function, computer navigation, and ability to use computerized patient care systems. * Knowledge of all safety requirements when handling biohazardous specimens or contaminated instruments. * Verbal skills to effectively convey sensitive information in a courteous manner in person or on the telephone. * Ability to lead a team with effective communication, collaboration and maintaining high-quality standards. * Ability to work cooperatively with other staff members, faculty, patients, nursing staff and others. * Team building and leadership skills, preferably to include prior supervisory experience. Preferred: * Knowledge of all instruments and supplies to perform physical examinations and/or procedures. * Supervisory experience. * Spanish speaking skills.