Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Washington Township Medical Foundation
- Fremont, CA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Anticipates procedure needs and outcomes to have necessary equipment available.
- Assists with minor surgical procedures in a sterile setting.
- Prepares labels and sends urine, biopsy, and culture specimens to appropriate laboratories.
- Has the ability to carry out clinical research protocols.
- Irrigates bladder independently and inserts and removes catheters.
- Performs the removal of breast, back, gall bladder and all other surgical drains during post-operation care.
- Oversees all exam rooms are properly equipped, stocked and organized.
- Manages the ordering of all supplies for clinic.
- Participates in licensed vocational nursing processes as directed, including possessing knowledge of male/female anatomy, sterile technique, medication administration, equipment and instruments needed for specialized procedures.
- Performs injections as directed by physician
- Rooms patients after paperwork is complete. Documents chief complaint, vital signs, and updates health record in patient's chart.
- Obtains physician’s authorization for diagnostic tests and referrals, procedures, and medication, etc.
- May also act as a Patient Service Coordinator and/or Medical Assistant based on clinic need and required certification.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Practical Nursing, and must show evidence of licensure in the state of California.
- Ethical Conduct.
- Communication Proficiency.
- Organizational Skills.