RN – WLA Subspecialty Clinic more… ▼
| Location: | Los Angeles, CA |
| Company: | Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration |
| First posted: | March 29, 2015 |
Duties:
The VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System (VAGLAHS) is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to work in our West LA Medical & Surgical Outpatient Specialty Clinics. He/she ensures that Veteran-centered health care is provided and delivered in a quality, timely, accessible and respectful manner, consistent with the mission, goals and objectives of the Veteran’s Health Administration. He/she is responsible to the Nurse Manager.  Duties include but are not limited to the following: 1. Coordinates care for ambulatory clinic patients. Assists the Care Provider in selected procedures and performs diagnostic testing, i.e. EKG, phlebotomy, wound care to patients and provides direct care to patients in emergencies 2. Functions as a leader of the nursing care team when assigned, directing and guiding the LVNs and other nursing staff 3. Assesses patient’s needs and conditions and recommends appropriate dispositions based on assessment 4. Initiates appropriate nursing interventions and communication with other team members 5. Provides patient education on an individual or group basis 6. Participates actively in the Performance Improvement activities of Ambulatory Care, and in development of policies and procedures 7. Assures detailed, current and comprehensive documentation is contained in the patient medical record and other pertinent records 8. Participates and supports research projects directed toward improving patient care and staff development 9. Provides a safe and healthful physical environment for patients and personnel by interpreting and applying organizational goals and national standards 10. Assures continuing improvement of service to patients, including implementation of an effective customer service program 11. Ensures compliance with all patient rights and regulatory agency standards 12. Collaborates with the other health care professionals in providing continuity of services for specific health issues 13. Improves continuity of professional relationships among the health care team as they collaborate on behalf of patients Duty Location: VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System1301 Wilshire Blvd Los Angeles CA 90073Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 7:30 am to 4:00 pm Functional Statement: Staff Nurse
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