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.
(LVN) Licensed Vocational Nurse - Per Diem UC San Diego Health - 4.1 San Diego, CA Job Details Per diem $44.06 an hour 4 hours ago Qualifications Patient body mechanics Customer communication LVN In-person customer service Patient interaction Full Job Description La Jolla Ambulatory Clinics CA 92037,
Thu 9/17/2026 UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.
DESCRIPTION UC
San Diego Health is proud to be a four-time Magnet-designated organization and has now earned Magnet with Distinction from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Magnet is the gold standard for nursing excellence, achieved by only about 10% of hospitals worldwide. Magnet with Distinction is awarded to the highest-performing Magnet organizations, with only a select few earning this prestigious honor. This recognition reflects our commitment to transformational leadership, professional nursing excellence, innovation, exceptional patient outcomes, and an empowering practice environment where nurses thrive. Under the general supervision of the Practice Manager, the Senior Vocational Nurse performs on a regular basis the full range of patient care activities in support of clinic operations. This includes, but is not limited to, prioritizing and assisting in patient triage processing, preparation, and assistance with patient examinations, administering medications, drawing blood, collecting and preparing laboratory tests, assisting with training and validation of competencies of LVN and other patient care support as required, assigned to more complex tasks, and providing patient education and staff training. While there is no direct supervision by a registered nurse, clinical support, routine rounding, and ongoing education are provided by the Ambulatory Nurse Educator Team. This position requires initiative, the ability to prioritize critical demands, work in a team environment, and exercise independent judgment. Job standards are to be performed at the EXPERT level. Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) issued by the state of California. BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART w/in 6 months of hire date. Two (2) years of LVN experience in a similar role and setting. At least one (1) year of LVN experience in a Primary Care, Express Care, or Urgent Care environment, completed within the past two (2) years. Knowledge of universal precautions and proper use of body mechanics. Must have the ability to take initiative, prioritize critical demands, exercise independent judgment, and work in a team environment. Must possess the skills, knowledge, and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position. Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills, consistently treating all patients, families, visitors, and team members with empathy, kindness, and respect.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
California State Certification in Intravenous Therapy (LVN IV). Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT). ACLS and/or ART certification. Experience in multi-specialty clinics, urgent care, express care, minute clinics, or walk-in clinics. Background in primary care and ambulatory settings. Skilled in point-of-care testing and clinical procedures. Proficient in performing blood draws. Must possess the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs. Employment is subject to a criminal background check and a pre-employment physical. Flexibility to work nights, overtime, holidays, and weekends is required to support operational needs.
Pay Transparency Act Annual Full Pay Range:
$91,997 - $91,997 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent:
$44.06 - $44.06 Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable). If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable. UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team! Applications/Resumes are accepted for current job openings only. For full consideration on any job, applications must be received prior to the initial closing date. If a job has an extended deadline, applications/resumes will be considered during the extension period; however, a job may be filled before the extended date is reached. To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information. UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy Abusive Conduct in the Workplace Job Details Date Posted 09/02/2026
