Licensed Vocational Nurse - Milauskas Eye Institute

Milauskas Eye Institute is searching for an enthusiastic, patient focused, full time Licensed Vocational Nurse for our Rancho Mirage Surgery Center. Great work hours, no late evenings, no weekends, no major holidays, a robust benefits package and a team oriented working environment where you are seen, heard and respected as well as clear career ladder opportunities.

This is your opportunity to join one of the areas most recognized leaders in ophthalmology and optometry. Dr. Albert T. Milauskas founded the Milauskas Eye Institute to provide the highest quality eye care to patients. Since its founding, the Milauskas Eye Institute has continued to grow and flourish as the premiere eye care practice in the Coachella Valley. With a roster of outstanding doctors and staff, the commitment to quality eye care continues today. We are a nationally recognized leader with an excellent clinical support team and dynamic leadership.  We are committed to customer service, and making every interaction extraordinary while inspiring the complete confidence of our patients. Our employees contribute directly to the growth and success of our practices, and take pride in being a member of our team. We strongly believe that the manner in which our patients and customers are treated by our employees is as important as the services provided by the doctor.

All of us at Milauskas Eye Institute are committed to inclusion and belonging. We believe today more than ever that creating an environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and make it easy for others to do the same will benefit us all.  It isn’t speaking the words, but starts with a culture of caring, listening and service. We would thoroughly enjoy meeting with you and discussing our employment opportunities. For more information, please visit our webpage at milauskas-eye.com

TheLicensed Vocational Nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and coordinating patient care from admission to discharge in the perioperative setting in conjunction with the RN. The LVN is responsible for the achievement of patent outcomes through adherence to recognized nursing standards and in accordance with the mission of the surgery center.

• Prepare for arrival of patients to the surgery center by making sure that proper supplies and equipment are available. Review patient medical record for health history and to assure that the necessary pre-operative evaluations have been completed. Ensure consent for surgery has been obtained and signed by patient and witness signature. Surgical site must be verified.
• Admit and prepare patients for surgery at the Center. Assist patient with removing clothing if necessary and put on gown, shoe covers and bonnet. Lock personal items and valuable sin patient locker. Place electrodes on chest.
• Obtain patient preoperative Vital Signs and notify MD of abnormal findings
• Record allergies and reaction in chart if applicable
• Collect data regarding patient’s NPO status and inform MD in the event of patient non-compliance
• Have patient wash their face with antibacterial soap in restroom
• Begin pre-operative eye drops as ordered. (Do not begin administering eye drops if blood pressure is greater than 190/90). Then have patient sit in the pre-op chair until ready to take in the operating room.
• Provide ongoing information to the patient and their caregiver to assure that they understand and feel as comfortable as possible. Verify that patient has arranged for transportation home postoperatively.
• May perform assessment of patient, start IV/Saline lock and administer necessary non-intravenous medications as ordered when assigned to this task (May perform CLIA waived glucose testing on Diabetic patients).
• Appropriately document care that is given to the patient
• Have knowledge of patient equipment to include, but not limited to vital signs monitors, glucose monitors, surgical beds, gurneys, emergency equipment
• Communicate with other health care team members to assure continuity of care in the Center
• Assist in ordering supplies for the pre-op area
• Assist in restocking room supplies at the end of the shift or during shift if the need arises
• Perform other duties as requested and participate as a team member

• Current licensure in the State of California with IV certification is required
• BLS certification is required
• 1 year LVN experience, outside of training program
• Experience with intravenous access highly desired
• Preferred accomplishments include experience in outpatient surgery
• Possess strong organizational skills and a clear understanding of the importance of efficiency and cost effectiveness in an outpatient surgery center
• Maintain excellent physical and mental health in order to meet the demands of the position
• Knowledge and clinical skill to perform the job duties of a pre-operative nurse
• Knowledge of strict aseptic technique, anesthetic agents and complications, and ability to handle emergencies is required
• Must have an aptitude for understanding, use of and troubleshooting machines and equipment
• Ability to make quick assessments of patients and be able to handle emergency situations

In Turn We Will Provide:

• Benefits to full time team members that include comprehensive medical, dental and optical coverage, 401K and short and long term disability
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off
• Paid parking where applicable
• Team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected
• Clear career ladder opportunities
• Offered pay range $30.00/Hr-$35.00/Hr. dependent upon experience

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