Senior Licensed Vocational Nurse - OBGYN
Job Summary
Employment Duration: 3 months
The Senior Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides high-quality patient care within UCSF's Obstetrics & Gynecology (OBGYN) practice. This role supports clinic flow, performs clinical procedures, and collaborates closely with providers and staff to create a patient-centered environment. The LVN ensures safety, delivers excellent customer service, and upholds UCSF's PRIDE values in every patient interaction. The LVN plays a key role in patient assessments, education, coordination of care, and support of both gynecologic and urogynecologic services. This position requires strong communication skills, clinical competency, and the ability to work in a fast-paced outpatient environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Patient Assessment & Care
- Identify patient needs through observation and basic assessment.
- Report changes in patient condition to providers and clinical staff.
- Participate in the intake process and support patient privacy and comfort.
- Assist with patient preparation for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- Support population health initiatives through in-reach and outreach activities.
Clinical Procedures
- Assist providers with gynecologic and urogynecologic office procedures, including:
- Manual Uterine Aspiration
- Hysteroscopy
- Cystoscopy
- Urodynamics testing
- Perform point-of-care testing, collect specimens, and maintain QA/QC standards.
- Administer medications and injections, and maintain competency in pharmacology.
- Ensure exam room readiness, including cleaning, supply management, and equipment safety.
Coordination & Communication
- Support smooth patient flow throughout the clinic.
- Maintain accurate documentation, including nursing observations, interventions, and patient education.
- Provide clear, concise communication via phone and electronic systems.
- Participate in daily team huddles to ensure efficient, patient-centered care.
- Demonstrate professionalism and uphold UCSF communication standards (AIDET).
Patient Education & Advocacy
- Identify and support patient education needs.
- Provide patients with information to support informed decision-making.
- Use educational resources and interpreter services as appropriate.
- Assist providers in educating patients and reinforcing health teaching.
Performance Improvement & Professional Development
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
- Follow safety and infection control protocols.
- Maintain required certifications, competencies, and ongoing education.
Administrative Support
- Greet and room patients; support check-in and check-out processes as needed.
- Coordinate appointments, procedures, and referrals using APeX.
- Triage phone calls and manage electronic messages.
- Support front desk operations when needed.
Clinic Support Duties
- Prepare instruments and supplies for daily provider schedules.
- Assist with specimen processing and documentation.
- Maintain accurate logs (refrigerator temperatures, supplies, medications, etc.).
- Support inventory, supply ordering, and equipment readiness.
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
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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
- Current California LVN license
- 2-3 years of experience in an ambulatory or outpatient clinical setting
- Experience in a fast-paced OBGYN environment
- Experience administering injections and drawing labs
- CPR certification
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to provide OB and GYN care across diverse populations
Preferred Qualifications
- Obstetrics & Gynecology experience
- Ambulatory/outpatient experience
- Knowledge of LEAN methodology
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 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 Location San Francisco, CA |
University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health
Nov 14, 2025