"Senior Licensed Vocational Nurse"

Under the supervision of the UCSF Primary Care Administrative Nurse Manager, the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) utilizes the nursing process to assess and identify the individual needs of patients through observation of disease symptoms, emotional state, laboratory reports, cultural and socioeconomic background, and response to medical treatment.

The LVN provides nursing care to pediatric and adult patients in an ambulatory primary care setting and serves as an integral member of the care team, working closely with Registered Nurses and physicians to deliver patient-centered care. Responsibilities include medication and vaccine administration, clinical procedures, patient education, and chart abstraction.

This role requires flexibility to support multiple UCSF primary care clinic sites and a consistent commitment to professionalism, customer service, and UCSF values.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Assessment & Care Planning

• Assess patient needs and responses to treatment through observation and clinical evaluation
• Recognize and report physical or emotional changes to appropriate members of the care team
• Participate in care planning using knowledge of physical, emotional, cultural, and socioeconomic factors
• Identify appropriate resources to support patient care and education

Clinical Care & Procedures

• Provide individualized nursing care for patients across the lifespan (infant through geriatric)
• Perform patient intake and support population health and quality initiatives
• Administer medications and vaccines in compliance with clinical guidelines
• Assist with and perform procedures including injections, wound care, ear irrigations, catheterization, phlebotomy, and point-of-care testing
• Prepare patients for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
• Maintain exam room cleanliness, organization, and supply integrity

Documentation & Systems

• Document patient care, procedures, and responses accurately in the electronic medical record
• Manage telephone messages and chart notes clearly and professionally
• Utilize UCSF systems including ApeX and other computerized programs

Care Coordination & Communication

• Support efficient patient flow and continuity of care
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary care team
• Manage assigned electronic in-basket tasks and cross-coverage as needed
• Participate in daily team huddles to support patient-centered care

Patient Education & Advocacy

• Identify and document patient education needs
• Provide health education using language appropriate for patient and family understanding
• Utilize interpreter services and educational resources as appropriate
• Support patient action planning and health coaching activities

Professional Practice & Improvement

• Participate in performance improvement and patient-centered medical home initiatives
• Maintain compliance with infection control, safety, and regulatory standards
• Complete required competencies, certifications, and ongoing education
• Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and adherence to UCSF PRIDE values and AIDET communication standards

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

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