Home Health LVN

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center is looking for a dedicated Licensed Vocational Nurse to provide experienced nursing skills in caring for patients in Dallas, Texas. This full-time role involves comprehensive patient treatment, monitoring, and documentation to maintain high standards of care.

Ideal candidates will possess a valid LVN license, BLS certification, and relevant nursing experience, with opportunities for professional growth and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of post-high-school education.
• LVN licensed by the Board of Nurse Examiners for Texas.
• BLS certification; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct nursing care and observes patients.
• Monitors medical conditions and reports changes.
• Maintains records of patient treatment.
• Prepares and manages IV fluids and devices.
• Ensures a safe and therapeutic environment for patients.

Skills

Nursing skills

Patient observation

Communication skills

IV administration

Education

Graduate of an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse program

Job description

Job Summary

This position works under the general supervision of a physician, advanced practice provider, and/or nursing leadership to provide experienced para‑professional nursing skills in treatment, care and safety of patients. Works within their scope of practice as defined by the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare—no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

Required Experience and Education

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse program from an approved school of nursing.
• Experience 1–2 years of post‑high‑school education.
• Licenses and Certifications: LVN licensed by Board of Nurse Examiners for State of Texas (BLS); BASIC LIFE SUPPORT; Drivers license and proof of driver’s insurance.

Preferred

• Experience 2–3 years in high‑tech and home care.

Job Duties

• Provides direct nursing care, including patient observation and delivery of prescribed treatments.
• Monitors medical condition of patients and reports changes to appropriate personnel.
• Maintains patient records and charts to ensure an accurate record of treatment.
• Provides instructions to patients/families for use of products and services utilizing nursing process to address learning needs.
• Prepares, hangs, monitors, and discontinues IV fluids. Accesses IV delivery system (e.g., peripheral IV start, implant cath, vascular access devices).
• Responsible for overall delivery of quality patient care that meets or exceeds established standards and provides assistance in activities to meet state and/or federal regulatory guidelines.
• Maintains a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with established standards.
• Participates in Organizational Quality Improvement Program (QAPI).
• Participates in staff meetings and services.
• Duties performed may include one or more of the following core functions: (a) Directly interacting with or caring for patients; (b) Directly interacting with or caring for human‑subjects research participants; (c) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting patient records (including patient financial records); or (d) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting human‑subjects research records.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Security & EEO Statement

Security: This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO: UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

Location

Texas – Dallas – 5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Schedule

Full‑time, Day Job