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Shriners Children's

Licensed Vocation Nurse (LVN) - Per Diem

Shriners Children's, Pasadena, California, United States, 91122

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Overview

Help create a brighter, stronger future for the children we serve at Shriners Children’s Southern California (SCSC). We are a family-centered, pediatric subspecialty Ambulatory Surgical Center located in Pasadena, providing complex care for children with orthopedic conditions. Role

The LVN is accountable for providing care for pediatric patients ages infant to 18 years. Works as an advocate for patient and families in a collaborative effort with the multidisciplinary team. Works to achieve quality outcomes using a family centered care philosophy. Performs professional nursing service for patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and within the scope, ethics, and standards of practice. This position is per diem, day shift, non-exempt and benefits eligible. The pay range for this position is $26.78 - $37.80/hour. Compensation is determined based on years of experience and department equity. Responsibilities

Supports the plan of care to provide continuity of care. Performs routine and clinical tasks, obtains patient information, removal of casts and assists with other minor outpatient procedures. Takes measurements and vital signs of patients and documents in the computer. Performs clerical tasks including correspondence, appointment notices, copying, filing and other duties as assigned. Performs nursing interventions in accordance with the outpatient clinic standards of care and LPN practice guidelines. Assists physicians, nursing and other health care professionals with procedures, the intake and depart processes. Accurately documents findings during the intake process in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR). Demonstrates open, accurate and timely communication with patients, families and interdisciplinary team members to ensure effective therapeutic interventions, integration of services and continuity of patient care. Initiates and participates in consultative and collaborative relationships to enhance patient care. Listens to the ideas and opinions of others, demonstrates sensitivity, respect, tact, and diplomacy in all interactions. Demonstrates effective verbal communication by presenting a positive and polite demeanor at all times, applying excellent telephone communication skills to foster quality care. Expresses and receives constructive feedback with focus on positive outcomes. Demonstrates respect for the dignity and privacy of each patient/family. Demonstrates sensitivity to the various ethnic and cultural differences. Maintains confidentiality concerning patient/hospital/employee information. Qualifications

LVN License in CA BLS Employment type

Full-time Job function

Health Care Provider Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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