Licensed Vocational Nurse- Intermediate (UTHP FCM-Geri & Palliative)

Under supervision by an RN, a Dentist, or a member of the Medical Staff, the LVN is responsible for providing general nursing care to patients.

• Sorts, prioritizes, and manages patient messages and calls to assist providers in assessing and caring for patients; manages the scheduling of patient appointments.  
• Takes vital signs and medical history; completes blood pressure checks and injections; administers medication.  
• Coordinates prescription refills and authorizations following protocol.  
• Maintains assigned work area with supplies and equipment, cleans, stocks and maintains exam rooms, procedure rooms, instruments and equipment  
• Performs Point of Care Testing (POCT), documents and reports clinical findings to Registered Nurse (RN) in charge and/or Provider.  
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

• Functions within the required nursing process as defined by the Texas Nurse Practice Act.  
• Supports the mission, vision and patient promise throughout all interactions.  
• Communicates effectively, written and verbally.  
• Possesses analytical thinking – this role requires analyzing information and using logic to coordinate work within schedule constraints and handle emergent requirements in a timely manner.  
• Participates as an integral part of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in providing the highest quality of care to the patient.  
• Meets all training and competency requirements.

EXPERIENCE:

• Three (3) years of vocational nursing experience is required

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or GED and graduation from an approved vocational nursing school is required

CERTIFICATION/LICENSES:

• Current Texas license, CPR is required