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City of Hope

Licensed Vocational Nurse II - Clinical Research

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What they do

A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.

$66,078 / year median in California

+17% projected growth

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Job Description

Join the transformative team at City of Hope , where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today. Seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our Clinical Research Team and support the delivery of exceptional patient care. As a successful candidate, you will: Provide initial medical screening: Greets patients and directs them to appropriate exam / procedure rooms. Obtains vitals, chief complaint and basic medical history; accurately document in medical chart according to accepted medical standards.
Medical administration:
Administer medications and therapeutic agents through CVADs, closely monitor patients responses and ensuring adherence to established protocols.. Perform peripheral blood draws and central line maintenance. Assist providers or nurse upon request during exams / procedures of patient and according to accepted medical standards. Practice Universal precautions with respect to establish safety protocols. Facilitate communication between the provider and patients as needed, including translation as appropriate.
Your qualifications should include:
Completion of a licensed vocational nursing program. 1 year of work experience as an LVN in a medical environment. Current CA LVN license Current BLS certification with the American Heart Association Strong clinical assessment skills City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location. City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please
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