Licensed Vocational Nurse

UC Santa Cruz Student Health Services is recruiting for a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN). This is a partial year career position with a 4-week unpaid summer work break. Positions with summer work breaks contain regularly scheduled non-work periods during which the LVN remains an employee, retains health benefits, but is not at work.

As the largest employer in the county, rated as one of the most beautiful campuses, located on the coast overlooking Monterey Bay. UC Santa Cruz employs over 3,100 people in staff positions alone. UC Santa Cruz staff have access to comprehensive benefits packages.

Here is a sample of those benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Care Insurance Plans
• UC Retirement Plans
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 14 paid holidays plus accrued vacation and sick leave
• Reduced fees for alternative methods of transportation
• Discount at UCSC recreation facilities

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the university visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Thank you for your interest in Student Health Services at UC Santa Cruz.

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The IRD for this job is: 08-13-2025

ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ

UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

UC Santa Cruz (UCSC) Student Health Services (SHS) is a full-service medical facility offering clinical, educational, and psychological support to UCSC students. SHS is deeply committed to ensuring affordable, well-integrated, multidisciplinary healthcare that effectively supports the university's diverse campus communities through equitable access and culturally competent, high-quality programs and services.

The Primary Care Program offers primary care and same-day care services, supported by on-site radiology, a COLA-accredited clinical laboratory, and the campus pharmacy offering prescription and over-the-counter products. Counseling and Psychological Services, Case Management, and Psychiatry services are available for crisis intervention, mental health support, and outreach services.

Additional departments include Student Health Outreach and Promotion (SHOP), home of the Condom Co-op, the Cove Collegiate Recovery Program (CCRP), where students receive harm-reduction and recovery services; CARE (Center for Advocacy, Resources & Empowerment) the advocacy and prevention education office that supports those who have experienced sexual assault, stalking, and dating/domestic violence; Optometry, and Student Insurance and Referral Programs.

Student Health Services employs approximately 150 staff and welcomes staff with an interest and experience working with college students with a wide range of ethnic, cultural, and gender identities.

More information can be found at: https://healthcenter.ucsc.edu

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of appropriate registered nursing personnel and reporting to the Clinic Director, the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) performs a wide variety of patient care activities. LVN staff administer intramuscular or oral medications, start/maintain IV fluids, perform point of care testing, perform spirometry, collect specimens, conduct patient observation, assist with minor procedures, perform patient education, and perform other related duties as required within their scope and according to facility guidelines.

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Budgeted Salary: $32.19 - $41.66 / Hourly. Salary commensurate with the number of years of licensed LVN experience.
Under California law, the University of California, Santa Cruz is required to post a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. The salary shown above is the budgeted amount the University reasonably expects to pay and the salary extended should not exceed this posted amount.

Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits

Schedule Information:

• Full-time, Fixed
• Percentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week
• Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
• Shift Includes: Day

Employee Classification: Partial Year Career appointment, with a 4 week furlough

Job End Date: None

Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus

Union Representation: EX - Patient Care Technical

Job Code Classification: 008916 (VOC NURSE SR)

Travel: Never or Rarely

JOB DUTIES

100% -

• Takes vital signs, prepares patients for further evaluation
• Collects specimens and performs point of care testing
• Administers medications and immunizations
• Assists providers during procedures
• Supports medical supply management; assists in ordering, stocking, and receiving medical supplies
• Works collaboratively with other clinic staff to support patient care and clinic flow
• Administrative tasks
• Performs all duties using universal precautions and appropriate infection control techniques

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license, in good standing, issued by the state of California.
• Recent and demonstrated LVN experience in direct patient care, such as in primary care, urgent care, or another relative ambulatory care service.
• Experience in obtaining vital signs, administering medications and immunizations; patient education; performing point of care testing
• Ability to apply clinical judgment appropriately. Seeks medical consultation when necessary.
• Ability to care for medically complex acute patients in collaboration with appropriate care team members.
• Excellent communication and listening skills. Maintains a positive communication style during all interactions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people.
• Demonstrated flexibility, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Strong multitasking skills during frequent interruptions and time constraints.
• Ability to handle difficult and confidential situations tactfully.
• Ability to work cooperatively and independently at times with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficiency in IV skills.
• Spirometry experience.
• Experience ordering/Receiving medical supplies.
• 6 months LVN experience in an ambulatory care setting.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license, in good standing, issued by the state of California.
• Must possess a current CPR certificate.
• Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete a pre-hire criminal history background check and a pre-hire credentialing check.
• Selected candidate must pass the employment misconduct disclosure process.
• Selected candidate will be required to take a TB test within 60 days of hire.
• Complete Health Insurance Portability and Accessibility (HIPAA) training within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to wear a respirator in accordance with the California Code of Regulations Title 8, 5144.
• Ability to read signs and follow directions on labels that are written in English as well as ability to read and understand Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and the proper use of chemical compounds.
• Will be required to comply with current Student Health Center employee health safety requirements for health care workers as defined by state and federal regulatory agencies. Current health safety requirements are discussed during interview.
• Ability to maintain appearance and conduct suitable for working in a professional setting.
• Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames as directed including UC compliance training.
• The University of California has implemented a Vaccination Policy covering all employees. Employees, including new hires, are required to comply with any applicable policies relating to the University of California vaccine program.
• Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions, requirements, and responsibilities may be obtained here.

SAFETY STATEMENT

All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY

EEO/AA

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 categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.