Licensed Vocational Nurse
Core
Provide care coordination and transitional primary care to unsheltered homeless individuals in Los Angeles under the supervision of a Clinic Nurse Manager.
Role type
Licensed Vocational Nurse (Street Medicine)
Builds
Care coordination services for homeless populations
Domain
Healthcare / Social Services / Homeless Support
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Vital signs monitoring, medical history documentation, crisis intervention, case management, patient advocacy, cultural competency, IV therapy, blood withdrawal
Preferred skills
Experience with unhoused population, intrapersonal skills, keen observation, independent decision-making within scope of practice
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Obtain and record patient vital signs and medical history; Conduct follow-ups via phone, encampment visits, and other settings; Recognize changes in patient condition and notify physician/supervisor; Maintain files, records, and equipment inventory; Provide comprehensive medical record documentation for billing; Act as patient advocate and liaison with community agencies; Collaborate with multi-disciplinary team including RNs, physicians, and PAs
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC