Senior Licensed Vocational Nurse - OBGYN

TEP-Health Employees

Temporary Employment

86872BR

Job Summary

Employment Duration: 3 months

The Senior Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides high-quality nursing care to GYN and Urogynecology patients within UCSF Women's Health. Under the direction of the Nurse Manager and in collaboration with physicians and nursing staff, this role supports clinical operations, enhances the patient experience, and ensures safe, efficient patient flow in a fast-paced ambulatory environment.

The LVN plays a key role in patient care, clinical support, patient education, and coordination across the care team. This position requires strong communication skills, flexibility, and the ability to prioritize and respond effectively in a dynamic clinical setting.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Assessment & Care

• Observe and identify patient needs and responses to treatment.
• Recognize and report physical or emotional concerns to the care team.
• Assist with complex procedures including:
• Manual Uterine Aspiration
• Hysteroscopy
• Cystoscopy
• Urodynamics testing
• Provide individualized nursing care appropriate to adolescent and adult patients.
• Prepare exam rooms and complete patient intake, ensuring privacy and comfort.
• Administer medications and document administration accurately.
• Respond appropriately during emergencies; maintain knowledge of emergency procedures.

Care Coordination & Documentation

• Manage patient flow and adjust clinical support activities based on changing priorities.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and care team members.
• Document patient information, interventions, and responses in APeX accurately and timely.
• Utilize UCSF information systems to support continuity of care.
• Maintain professional, courteous communication in person and via telephone.

Patient Education & Advocacy

• Assist in identifying patient education needs and provide clear, understandable instructions.
• Support patients in making informed decisions using available resources and referrals.
• Provide and reinforce health teaching using approved patient education materials.

Performance Improvement & Professional Development

• Participate in performance improvement activities and provide recommendations.
• Follow safety, infection control, and compliance policies.
• Attend trainings, workshops, and staff meetings relevant to practice needs.
• Support orientation and learning for new team members.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

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Please note: An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.

For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

UCSF's Temporary Employment Program (TEP) recruits and hires temporary employees for immediate clerical and technical support services to UCSF Departments and various off-campus locations. UCSF departments deploy temporary employees to work on special projects, fill in for regular employees who are on vacation or leave, or to temporarily fill a vacant position during recruitment. Frequently temporary employees become successful candidates for career and limited appointment positions.

Required Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in an ambulatory care setting
• Experience in a fast-paced OBGYN environment
• Strong communication and patient-support skills
• American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification
• Experience administering injections and drawing labs

Preferred Qualifications

N/A

License/Certification

• Active California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license
• AHA CPR certification

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

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 - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/ppsm-20

For the University of California's Anti Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Organization

TEP

Job Code and Payroll Title

008916 VOC NURSE SR

Job Category

Administrative Support, Professional (Non-Clinical), Support Services, Temporary Employment

Bargaining Unit

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees - Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX)

Employee Class

Temporary Employment

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Mount Zion (SF)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours