Ambulatory LVN: Essential Clinic Nurse

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

100% coverage for preventive care

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs (TRS)

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

UT Southwestern employee benefits

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX seeks an experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse to provide skilled nursing support under supervision of physicians and nursing leadership. The role spans assessment, patient history collection, medication administration, and coordination of care with a focus on safety and compliance.

Successful candidates will hold a Texas LVN license and BLS certification, with at least 1 year of clinical experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse program from approved school of nursing.
• Licenses and Certifications: LVN with Board of Nurse Examiners for State of Texas Upon Hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification upon Hire (American Heart Association or ARC)

Responsibilities

• Administers personal and therapeutic measures to patients as directed by physicians and/or Registered nurses.
• Obtains medical history from patients through structured interviews in accordance with departmental guidelines.
• Schedules patients' appointments, tests, and procedures via online system or telephone, and reinforces physician instructions in person and by phone.
• Assists in care of patients by preparing exam rooms for patient care, facilitating use of diagnostic equipment, and ensuring patient information is available.
• Prepares and administers medications as prescribed by the physician, including IV fluids after approved course verification.
• Records patient vital signs and conducts low-complexity procedures such as venipuncture and specimen collection.
• Documents care interventions in EMR and ensures consent forms are obtained for research or treatment.
• Maintains equipment and stock of supplies, orders needed materials.
• Attends trainings and seminars to maintain competency and policy compliance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse diploma

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX seeks an experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse to provide skilled nursing support under supervision of physicians and nursing leadership. The role spans assessment, patient history collection, medication administration, and coordination of care with a focus on safety and compliance.

Successful candidates will hold a Texas LVN license and BLS certification, with at least 1 year of clinical experience preferred.