Description

Staff position available in high volume outpatient imaging center. *****NO CALL*****

LVN provides care to a specific group of patients as delegated by and under the supervision of an R.N./MD. The L.V.N. collects data and reports significant findings to R.N./MD. An L.V.N. performs basic nursing skills and maintains positive interpersonal relations with peers, patients, patient’s families and physicians.

Essential Job Functions:

Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations.
Collects data and reports findings to R.N./MD.
Communicates data on patient assessment to R.N./MD.
Demonstrates skills in accordance with EIC Standards of Care, policies, procedures, and Nurse Practice Act.
Demonstrates ability to independently perform basic and specialized nursing skills fundamental to the unit within scope of practice.
Maintains lab and other diagnostic test results and reports in a timely manner to R.N./MD.
Works under direction of R.N./MD and completes assignments as directed.
Utilizes non-patient care time to help other Nurses and modalities.
Starts IV safely and competently in addition to managing and treating IV infiltrations.
Performs pre-procedure assessments, preparation and post-procedure care.
Provides timely, accurate and precise reporting of any change in patient condition to the R.N./Radiologist.
Appropriately assesses, treats, and manages patients for contrast allergies, renal function, diabetes, claustrophobia, etc.
Administers and documents medications (under direction of RNs / Medical Director), ensuring patient safety following Federal guidelines.
Co-manages the care of all outpatients/inpatients to include scheduling, interviewing, preparation and transportation.
Assists in the care of any patient with special needs.
Manages medical emergencies under the guidance of the radiologists / RNs.
Maintains all nursing and medical emergency equipment including (but not limited to) oxygen supply.
Demonstrates competency in the operation of equipment specific to clinical area.
Practices accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work to maximize productivity.
Adheres to radiation safety guidelines under the direction of the technologists and/or radiologists.
Provide for patient care; comfort, safety and patient confidentiality.
Ability to manage high patient volumes.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Flexible Spending, Paid Time Off, 401k.

Ideal candidates will have the ability to multi-task and possess excellent communication and organizational skills. We’re currently adding staff to our ACR Accredited Outpatient Imaging Center, located in beautiful Rancho Mirage, CA. We offer competitive salary (DOE), complete benefits, as well as a 401k plan and flex schedule. ****NO CALL****

Requirements

Current BLS, ACLS Required.
Minimum 3 years experience.
Excellent IV Skills.
Must be IV certified.
Radiology experience a plus.
Responsible to keep license current and provide copy on annual basis.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Good problem solving skills.

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