Licensed Vocational Nurse

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the UCSF Primary Care Administrative Nurse Manager, the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) utilizes the nursing process to assess and identify the individual needs of patients through observation of disease symptoms, emotional state, laboratory reports, cultural and socioeconomic background, and response to medical regimen and treatment. The LVN is required to learn and apply the Patient-Centered Medical Home Standards and the Ten Building Blocks of Primary Care, and to provide nursing care to patients in the ambulatory setting.

The LVN works as a vital member of the care team, closely collaborating with the RN and physicians to deliver individualized nursing care that meets each patient’s physiological and psychosocial needs. Responsibilities include chart abstraction, administration of medications and vaccines, lab result review and monitoring, and performing procedures pertinent to pediatric and adult primary care such as ear irrigations, wound care, and urethral catheterization.

The LVN also provides patient education and must have flexibility to cover multiple UCSF medical‑center primary‑care clinic sites.

Full‑time position. Job code: 87473 . The role supports UCSF’s standards of policies and procedures for the practice, maintaining current knowledge of pharmacology and competency in medication administration. The LVN adheres to all Ambulatory Services and Medical Center policies for infection control, safety, and administrative and clinical practice, and demonstrates UCSF’s PRIDE values and the AIDET fundamentals of communication in all patient care and stakeholder interactions.

Additional duties include excellent customer service and communication skills on a daily basis via phone, electronic contact, mail correspondence, and personal contact with both internal and external customers. The LVN utilizes computer skills in ApeX and other UCSF computerized programs.

Salary range: $43.00–$53.94 per hour (subject to UC policy approvals). For more information about benefits and total compensation, visit: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• Minimum 1–2 years of LVN experience
• Trained and licensed to perform phlebotomy
• Experience in an outpatient primary‑care setting (Primary Care and Family Medicine)
• Excellent communication skills, problem‑solving ability, and high comfort level with learning new technology/systems
• Basic computer and keyboarding skills
• Prior experience with electronic systems/records
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast‑paced environment

• Spanish, Chinese, or Russian language skills a plus
• Epic experience
• Assisting in minor procedures in a clinic setting

• Active Licensed Vocational Nurse licensure in the State of California
• Blood withdraw/venipuncture certification
• Active American Heart Association CPR certification

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology, and pioneering research is redefining what’s possible for the patients we serve. 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. The environment encourages continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth.

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence—our PRIDE values. In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity in care delivery and workforce diversity, fostering a welcoming and supportive culture and engaging diverse ideas for culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care.

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.

Organization: Health
Job Code and Payroll

Title:

008917 VOC NURSE
Job Category: Nursing – Ambulatory Services/Outpatient
Bargaining Unit: American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees – Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX)
Employee Class: Career
Percentage: 100%
Location: San Francisco, CA
Campus: China Basin (SF)
Work Style: Fully On‑Site
Shift: Days (Monday‑Friday)
Shift Length: 8 Hours