Licensed Vocational Nurse I & Ii Pool

Licensed Vocational Nurse I &II Pool
Job No: 505869
Work Type: Staff
Location: Pomona
Categories: Unit 2 - CSUEU - Health Care Support, Health Professionals, Temporary, Full Time, Part Time, Time Varies
Type of Appointment: Temporary or Temporary, Hourly, Intermittent (THI)
Collective Bargaining Unit: CSUEU Unit 2
Licensed Vocational Nurse I Salary Range: $3,338 - $6,003 per month
Licensed Vocational Nurse II Salary Range: $3,622 - $6,989 per month
REQUIRED
A valid license as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California
THE DEPARTMENT
Student Health & Counseling Services is an organizational unit within the Division of Student Affairs. The unit strives for excellence in student services by adhering to the Themes and Values adopted by the Division (i.e., a Student-Centered Philosophy, Teamwork, Interconnectedness, Quality Contact, Passion, Compassion, Integrity, and Flexibility). The mission of Student Health and Counseling Services (SHCS) is to promote academic and personal success and help students develop healthy lifestyles by providing student-centered, professional, and quality medical, psychological, and health education services to our diverse community. Student Health & Counseling Services provides ambulatory health care and health education programs for the students of the university.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
LVN I : The LVN provides student-centered competent patient care in accordance with Student Health & Counseling Services procedures; provides nursing assessment, observation and intervention in any patient care areas of Student Health Services; interviews patients to collect data regarding the nature of the patient's condition, including symptoms and signs of illness and/or injury; assist in patient flow and rooming; prepare patients for examination by a licensed health care provider and assist in the examination when appropriate. The incumbent takes vital signs including temperature, pulse, blood pressure, respiration, height and weight, and make appropriate entries in electronic medical health records; contribute to the evaluation of individualized interventions related to the care or treatment plan and perform follow-up treatments as requested; under the orders of a physician or similar licensed practitioner and according to established standardized procedures, may administer medications by various means, including intramuscular and subcutaneous routes. Incumbents may start and superimpose intravenous lines and fluids, and administer vaccines provided a prescribed course approved by the Board of Licensed Vocational Nursing and competencies have been verified; perform TB and other skins tests; perform electrocardiograms and pulmonary function testing; conduct irrigations; observe and record drug reactions; apply and change dressings; measuring and fitting for crutches and teaching patients to walk with crutches; ear lavage; and similar treatments and procedures; support general health center maintenance activities such as cleaning and sterilizing equipment and instruments, setting up treatment trays, changing linen in examination and treatment rooms, stocking supplies; may be involved in the development and implementation of nursing and patient care services, policies and procedures; may assist other medical or technical personnel in other clinical departments such as the laboratory, or radiology and perform specialized nursing duties as needed.
LVN II: Under the supervision of a registered nurse, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or physician, the LVN II performs the full range of LVN nursing and patient care functions, but is distinguished the assignment of lead duties for other Licensed Vocational Nurses and/or clinic support staff. Additionally, LVN II's may oversee clinic operations and coordinate specialty clinics and/or provide case management related to a specialty area, especially if they possess additional training or certification in a specialty area because of the role they play in coordinating staff and clinic operations, incumbents often are involved in the development and implementation of nursing and patient care services, policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS
LVN I: A high school diploma or its equivalent is required. In addition, successful completion of a state approved vocational nursing program in an accredited school of vocational nursing or equivalent training and experience as defined by the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT)
Licensing/Certification Requirements: Possess and maintain a valid license as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California. Incumbents also may be required to possess and maintain valid CPR/AED certification and/or IV certification as appropriate for the assigned duties.
LVN II: A high school diploma or its equivalent is required, as well as successful completion of a state approved vocational nursing program in an accredited school of vocational nursing or equivalent training and experience as defined by the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT). In addition, incumbents must possess and maintain specialized training and/or related certifications. Incumbents must possess experience necessary to successfully perform work in the specialty which typically requires a minimum of three to four years of progressive experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse, including some experience in the specialty area.
Licensing/Certification Requirements: Possess and maintain a valid license as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California. Incumbents at this level also are expected to possess and maintain certification for intravenous therapy as defined by the BVNPT. Additionally, incumbents may be required to possess and maintain valid CPR/AED certification as appropriate for the assigned duties.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to perform assigned nursing duties and demonstrate appropriate nursing practices; demonstrate proper techniques and skills, competency in performing assigned nursing duties and patient care activities described above; learn related clinic procedures and handle equipment required for patient care in a Student Health Center; understand basic medical terminology; make accurate observations and accurately document a patient's subjective complaint in medical records; exercise correct judgment within the areas of assigned responsibility; follow detailed oral and written instructions; use applicable health center automated systems as needed to perform duties; maintain effective working relationships with practitioners and other health center support staff; maintain patient confidentiality in compliance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations; and be sensitive to and communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds.
Out of State Work
The California State University (CSU) system is a network of twenty-three public universities providing access to a quality education through the support of California taxpayers. Part of CSU's mission is to prepare educated, responsible individuals to contribute to California's schools, economy, culture, and future. As an agency of the State of California, the CSU's business operations almost exclusively reside within California. The CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. See policy at https://calstate.policystat.com/v2/policy/10899725/latest/.
Background Check
Cal Poly Pomona will make a conditional offer of employment, pending the satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check). The conditional offer of employment may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. In determining the suitability of the candidate for the position, Cal Poly Pomona will give an individualized assessment to any criminal conviction history, considering such factors as the nature, gravity and recency of the conviction, the candidate's conduct, performance or rehabilitation efforts since the conviction and the nature of the job applied for. See policy at https://www.cpp.edu/eoda/employee-labor//documents/employment-policies/hr2017-17.pdf.
Employment Eligibility Verification
Cal Poly Pomona hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. For more information, go to https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents.
Conflict of Interest
This position may be a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting a designated position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission. See policy at https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/faculty-staff/systemwide-human-resources/conflict-of-interest/.
Child Abuse/Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA)
The person holding this position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. See policy at https://calstate.policystat.com/v2/policy/10927154/latest/.
Security & Fire Safety
In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), Cal Poly Pomona's Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report are available for viewing at: https://www.cpp.edu/pdfs/annual_security_report.pdf and https://www.cpp.edu/housing/documents/fire_safety_report.pdf.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination
As a federal contractor, Cal Poly Pomona will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. For more information, see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision poster.
Reasonable Accommodation
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact the ADA Coordinator by email at ADACoordinator@cpp.edu. More information is available at: https://www.cpp.edu/eoda/employee-labor//access-accommodations/index.shtml.
EEO
Cal Poly Pomona is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The university subscribes to the pay transparency nondiscrimination provision and all state and federal regulations that prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information, medical condition, and covered veteran status. More information is available at: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf and at https://www.cpp.edu/eoda/employee-labor/documents/aa-eeo-doc/policy-statement_2022-aap-for-california-state-polytechnic-university-pomona_confidential_20220127.pdf.
Other Notices
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Advertised: March 22, 2023 (9:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: March 22, 2024 (11:55 PM)
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