Nursing Clinical Support LVN II

Job Description

Join Cedars-Sinai

Cedars-Sinai has been named to the Honor Roll for the ninth consecutive year and tied for #1 in California and Los Angeles in U.S. News & World Report's "Best Hospitals 2024-25" rankings, as well as placed among the very best in 11 specialties nationwide.

Align yourself with an organization that has a reputation for excellence! Cedars-Sinai was awarded the National Research Corporation's Consumer Choice Award 19 years in a row for providing the highest-quality medical care in Los Angeles. We were also awarded the Advisory Board Company's Workplace of the Year. This recognizes hospitals and health systems nationwide that have outstanding levels of employee engagement. Join us! Discover why U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America's Best Hospitals.

Why work here?

Beyond outstanding employee benefits including health and dental insurance, vacation, and a 403(b), we take pride in hiring the best employees. Our accomplished staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation.

Are you ready to bring your clinical proficiencies to a world-class Medical Group known for the very highest clinical standards? Do you have a passion for the highest quality and patient satisfaction? Then please respond to this dynamic opportunity available with one of the best places to work in Southern California! We would be happy to hear from you.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care as needed within scope of LVN license.
• Supports and coordinates flu vaccines to employees per CSMCF protocol. Provides appropriate planning and management of employee and patient flu vaccination program.
• Assures staff are able to safely perform clinical duties by assessing their skill level within the scope of the LVN license.
• Conduct encouraging rounding and mentoring to clinical staff during regular office visits.
• Manages employee assignments to educational modules in HealthStream (online education system), RedCap and any other online educational platforms as needed.
• Assists in developing clinical skills training materials; presents educational material to employees during in-services
• Tains employees in clinical skills, processes and procedures per CSMCF policies.
• Monitors staff compliance with professional licenses and certifications including resuscitation certifications; trains and coaches employees in resuscitation if required.
• Acquires and maintains knowledge of CSMCF infection control standards and supports clinical staff in upholding these standards
• Trains employees in infection control practices as outlined in CSMCF policies and procedures.
• Provides support to all clinical and operations employees during regulatory audits.
• Assists in developing new quality initiatives and projects to improve patient care
• Develops and writes new policies and procedures: develops presentations for staff education on CSMCF policies, procedures and processes.
• Assists and audits in abstraction projects.
• Audits abstracted medical records to maintain quality standards.
• Develops monitoring tools and tracer tools for employees to utilize in the clinical setting to monitor patient safety and adherence to organizational policies and procedures.
• Analyzes tracks and reports on data metrics as directed.
• Initiates, conducts and completes a nursing improvement or performance improvement project with approved metrics.

Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required

Work Experience:

• 4 years working in acute care or ambulatory nursing setting required

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross required
• Licensed Vocational Nurse Current CA LVN License required