Senior Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN)

VOC NURSE SR (008916)

UCPath Position ID: MI-DPT521500-JC8916-PD169155

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

1138577

Approved Date:

10/10/2024 12:37:55 PM

Date Last Edited:

10/10/2024 12:37:51 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

2/1/2024

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

7000O

Organization:

VC STUDENT AFFAIRS                     

Division Code:

7800D

Division:

STUDENT HEALTH                         

Department:

521500 - ARTHUR ASHE STU HEALTH & WELLNESS CNTR

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

MI-DPT521500-JC8916-PD169155

Position Description ID

169155

UC Payroll Title:

VOC NURSE SR (008916)

Business Title:

Senior Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

EX: Patient Care Technical

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

7 - Staff: Partial Yr Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40047379

Reports to Payroll Title:

CLIN OPS SHS SUPV 2

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40036657

Department Head Payroll Title:

HC ADM SHS MGR 3

SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent performs a variety of routine duties within established policies and procedures or by referral to the supervisor’s guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

Sr LVN will serve patients and assist clinicians of the Arthur Ashe Student Health and Wellness Center. The Sr LVN will carry out nursing functions according to written standing orders or clinician orders. The Sr LVN will act in the role of a Clinic Assistant when needed for both the primary care and specialty clinics within the Ashe Center. These duties will be performed and prioritized following established departmental guidelines, University policies, and community standards of nursing practice. The Sr LVN will function independently with minimal supervision. The Sr LVN will meet with the LVN Supervisor periodically to assess performance. Overall performance will be evaluated annually.

The mission of The Arthur Ashe Student Health and Wellness Center (The Ashe Center) is to support UCLA students in the successful attainment of their educational goals through the personalized delivery of accessible, high-quality health and wellness services, rendered with kindness and competence, by diligent, dedicated professionals.

Our comprehensive services include Primary Care, Gynecology Services, Immunizations, Travel Medicine, Physical Therapy, Specialty Clinics, Radiology & Laboratory, and Acupuncture – all under one roof! We are also pleased to offer additional services in the Ackerman Student Union: a full-service optometry center, U See LA Optometry, and the Bruin Health Pharmacy.

UCLA's student health center and its suite of services consistently rank as best in the nation. Most recently, the wellness fintech brand Ness awarded UCLA and The Ashe Center as the healthiest college in the state of California.

Act as part of the team of Nurses, Medical Assistants, Clinicians, and Staff

Participates in complex case management and supports panel management. Contributes to the running of the clinic by timely, accurate, and responsive performance. Maintain, promote, and model a team approach to patient care. Corresponds to patient and provider inquiries in electronic medical record. Participates in team huddles and conferences. Adds patients to tracking registries for ongoing disease management. Maintains awareness of specific and overall patient care/clinic operations. Answers phone calls to clinical areas, demonstrating good communication skills and discerning effective routing or problem resolution. Monitors daily clinic activities, delegates tasks, anticipates and addresses clinic, clinician, and patient needs. Demonstrates team cooperation to meet Ashe Center needs.

30%

Examination/Consult Rooms & Nursing Stations Duties

Set-up exam rooms for procedures as indicated but not limited to the following: incision and drainage, laceration repair, skin biopsies, gynecology services, delayed menses, LARC, and diagnostic testing. Review stored items for expiration dates and discard as appropriate. Dispose of expired supplies from exam rooms and cabinets per appropriate policies/procedures. Assist in the preparation and sterilization of instruments per appropriate policies/procedures. Maintains safe and productive work environment. Cleans exam rooms after each visit following infection control procedures, including disposal of sharps. Stocks exam rooms and orders additional supplies based on established par levels. Carry out aseptic techniques.

25%

Assist Clinicians for Office Visits

Prepare and assist clinicians with examinations and treatments. This includes special procedures in Specialty Clinics, Sports Medicine, Orthopedics, Allergy, ENT, Dermatology, OBGYN, and Neurology. Anticipate the needs of clinicians based on patient information or clinician practice style. Under direction of clinician, provides patient information handouts or directs students to electronic health information; reinforces instruction to students regarding self-care, referrals, and devices. Documents in electronic medical record and notify clinician of any pertinent patient response, such as refusal of orthopedic devices or referral. Assists clinicians in administering birth control devices (e.g. IUD, LARC, injections). Assists clinicians in applying/fitting various orthopedic devices.

10%

Performs Independent Clinic Duties (Standing Orders)

Observe, record, and report to the appropriate Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, and Physician the physical and mental condition of the patients and changes in condition. Immediately refers urgent/emergency patients to an available clinician. Performs tuberculosis skin testing, reading, and documentation according to written standing orders. Orders chest x-ray or blood work for patients with positive skin test according to written standing orders. Administers immunizations according to patient-specific or written standing orders. Accurately identify abnormal test results requiring special notification of clinician. Provide administrative support in the maintenance of appropriate logs and tracking devices. (e.g. for biopsies, reportable diseases).

10%

Performs

Orders and Other Clinic Responsibilities

Provides support and acts as a liaison between patients, family and providers. Responds to patients physical and emotional needs. Assists in the daily operations of the Allergy/Immunization Clinic. Monitors and orders supplies, maintains refrigerator and freezer temperature logs, and complies with state and federal immunization mandates. Performs prick testing for allergies according to clinician orders. Initiates, manages, and discontinues fluids utilizing standard intravenous equipment following clinician orders. Performs decontamination and high-level disinfection procedures, following infection control guidelines. Administers aerosolized bronchodilator medication. Collects specimens (including phlebotomy), labels, and transports them to the laboratory for analysis.

10%

Administers Medications and Performs Procedures and Tests

Administers oral, intramuscular, subcutaneous, and PR medications according to clinician orders while following the proper Rights of Administration and record medications in patient's medical record. Correctly identify patients by using at least two patient identifiers.  Performs procedures and tests such as but not limited to all POCT performed in the office (e.g. dipsticks, rapid strep, COVID-19, influenza, pregnancy, glucose), electrocardiogram (EKG), ear irrigation, basic first aid, injections, hot and cold applications, wound care, dressing changes, suture removal, pulmonary function testing, audiogram screening, spirometry, peak flow measurements, and oxygen administration and resuscitative measures.

5%

Assist Patients for Office Visits and Record Keeping

Documents procedures accurately in electronic medical record. Accurately identifies and records the chief complaint and obtains needed information for clinical visit. Accurately measure vital signs (weight, height, vision, temperature, blood pressure, etc) and record results in patient charts. Identifies and reports abnormalities in vital signs. Evaluates and instructs patient in anticipated exam dress and/or positioning. Contacts students as directed by clinicians to obtain or relay information essential to their care, following state and federal guidelines. Provides patient education, support and assistance in accessing Ashe Center services, including eligibility checks/verification, fee information, appointment scheduling, and referral/transition to other Ashe or outside services.

5%

Quality Improvement and Patient, Peer, and Community Relations

Develops positive patient relationships within the Ashe Center statement of patient's right and responsibilities. Uses Ashe computer systems (including electronic medical record and email) appropriately. Communicates verbally and in writing to maintain documentation of Ashe policy and procedure. Performs all medical assistant functions whenever needed. Adhere to current organizational Performance Improvement priorities. Participate in quality studies through data collection. Makes recommendations and takes action to improve structure, systems or outcomes. Instructs new staff in tasks needed in the clinic. Participates in staff and student education on and off site. Staffs various Ashe Center outreach programs, immunization clinics, orientations, health fairs, and other student gatherings.

5%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

•

Complies with all policies and standards.

•

Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

•

This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School

or equivalent

Required

2 years

Experience working in relevant clinical setting

Required

Vocational Nurse

Upon Hire

Required

And

Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certified

Upon Hire

Required

And

BLS Certification

Upon Hire

Required

Ability to assist with advanced procedures in Specialty Clinics.

Required

Skill in written and oral communication.

Required

Skill and ability to effectively communicate and provide health care information to a diverse student population.

Required

Skill and ability to utilize current technology to provide up-to-date medical care, charting, and communication with students and staff.

Required

Skill in using a PC and knowledge of software such as MS Office, Word, and Outlook.

Required

Ability to interpret laboratory tests and x-ray reports based on accepted "normals" as prescribed by standards established by MD/NP consultants.

Required

Working knowledge and skills in basic nursing, medical and surgical procedures using aseptic technique.

Required

Skill in communication theory and application, including interviewing.

Required

Skill in interacting diplomatically to establish rapport and maintain positive working relationships with staff, students, administrators and personnel in other departments.

Required

Ability to work independently and set priorities.

Required

Working knowledge of Ashe Center and Policies and Procedures.

Preferred

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.

TB Test: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory TB test.

CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

The Ashe Center

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

X

Loud noise levels

X

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 1: Position in which required tasks routinely involve a potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues, potential spills, and splashes. Use of appropriate measures is required for every employee in this position.