Licensed Vocational Nurse
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
RAD CT Bayfront
Full Time
77359BR
Job Summary
The incumbent is primarily responsible for initiating venous access for the purpose of IV contrast administration during the performance of imaging procedures. Venous access includes the use of implanted ports as necessary. The incumbent will also assist with other nursing procedures, medication administration, taking vital signs, collecting, and processing specimens for analysis, and assisting physicians with examinations, treatments, and procedures. Incumbent will also provide Tech Assist support to Radiology technologists in all modalities defined as: ensuring patients scheduled for these studies are prepped and prepared, aiding the technologists by navigating the patient from check in to procedure area to check out. Incumbent will be main contact for technologist regarding patients scheduled. Incumbent observes records and reports the physical and mental condition of patients. Maintains inventory of equipment and supplies necessary for daily operations and prepares equipment for treatments and procedures.
The incumbent is primarily responsible for initiating venous access for the purpose of IV contrast administration during the performance of imaging procedures. Venous access includes the use of implanted ports as necessary. The incumbent will also assist with other nursing procedures, medication administration, taking vital signs, collecting, and processing specimens for analysis, and assisting physicians with examinations, treatments, and procedures. Incumbent will also provide Tech Assist support to Radiology technologists in all modalities defined as: ensuring patients scheduled for these studies are prepped and prepared, aiding the technologists by navigating the patient from check in to procedure area to check out. Incumbent will be main contact for technologist regarding patients scheduled. Incumbent observes records and reports the physical and mental condition of patients. Maintains inventory of equipment and supplies necessary for daily operations and prepares equipment for treatments and procedures.
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Required Qualifications
This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System.Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload.Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job.Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.IV Certification.Experience with pediatric patients, including ability to start IVs.Completion of board accredited or approved nursing program and minimum three (3) years previous experience, and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in an ambulatory surgical, plastics, or dermatology setting. Bilingual skills in English and Spanish and/or Vietnamese. Experienced in an Imaging environment. Understanding of JCAHO requirements. Experience in a hospital environment. Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms.
License/Certification
Port Access Certification (can be obtained within 3 months of hire)IV CertificationACLS Certification (can be obtained within 3 months of hire)Active Licensed Vocational Nurse licensure in the State of CaliforniaActive American Heart Association CPR CertificationBLSLicensed Vocational Nurse
About UCSF
At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what’s possible for the patients we serve – a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.
Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report – UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.
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Organization
Health
Job Code and Payroll Title
008917 VOC NURSE
Job Category
Radiology
Bargaining Unit
American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees - Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX)
Employee Class
Career
Percentage
100%
Location
Mission Bay (SF)
Shift
Variable
Shift Length
8 Hours
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