Cedars-Sinai·Los Angeles, California
The LVN is responsible for preparing patients for examinations, performing initial nursing intakes, and administering prescribed medications or IVs. They also manage clinical quality control and serve as a patient advocate within the oncology setting.
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.
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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.
The Cedars-Sinai Medical Network is committed to helping primary care and specialist physicians provide excellent care to all their patients, who benefit from convenient access to primary and specialty care physicians and seamless coordination of care between them. As a part of Cedars-Sinai, our physicians and staff are partners in quality health care from a medical center that is consistently recognized as one of the finest hospitals in the country. For the 8th consecutive year, we have been named one of the top 20 Physician Groups in Southern California by Integrated Healthcare Associates (IHA).
Primary duties and responsibilities
Sets up exam room/procedure rooms appropriately based on patient visit needs
Performs initial nursing intake and prepares patients for examination.
Prepares patients for examination by reviewing current medications and reviewing documents in medical record.
Prepares medical chart and records patient information needed to support the reason for visit such as vital signs and reason for visit.
Coordinates prescribed medications, injections, or IV medications using standard process and as advised by provider.
Provides basic patient care and treatments such as taking vitals, performing diagnostic tests, phlebotomy, and specimen collection advised by the provider.
Observes patient, documents, and reports any changes in condition to the provider for instructions in taking vital actions for care.
Evaluates nursing intervention outcomes within the LVN scope of practice.
Answers patient and physician incoming messages with provider input.
Serves as a patient advocate and applies appropriate resources to support patient care.
Provides review of MA skills and performance abilities using designated evaluation tools.
Performs quality assurance and quality control measures to maintain compliance in the clinical environment.
Candidates must have completed an accredited Vocational Nurse program and hold a valid CA LVN license. Required certifications include BLS and IV/BW, with one or more years of experience preferred.
Market context
California nursing roles often draw steady demand, especially for experienced RNs in procedural and critical care settings. Competition is strongest for candidates who already hold a California RN license, current BLS and ACLS, and recent ICU, ER, or PACU experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your certifications and highlight relevant bedside and procedural experience in your application.
