Home Health LVN PRN

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

100% coverage preventive care

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX is seeking an experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse to provide skilled para-professional nursing care in treatment, safety, and patient observation under supervision of physicians and nursing leadership.

The role requires graduation from an accredited LVN program, TX LVN license, and BLS certification, with 1–2 years post-high school education. Driver's license with insurance is also expected.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse program from approved school of nursing.
• 1-2 years of post-high school education.
• (LVN) LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE by Board of Nurse Examiners for State of Texas
• (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT
• (DRIVERS) DRIVERS LICENSE TX Driver's License and proof of driver's insurance
• Preferred Experience: 2-3 years' experience in High Tech and Home care

Responsibilities

• 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; i.e., peripheral IV start, implant cath, vascular access devices, etc.
• 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 in services and staff meetings.
• 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.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Medical terminology

Documentation

Communication

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse program graduate

Job description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas‑Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world‑renowned medical and research centre, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Dallas‑Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report , we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on‑site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you‿ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

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

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• 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

Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required Education

Graduate of an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse program from approved school of nursing.

Experience

1-2 years of post‑high school education.

Licenses and Certifications

(LVN) LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE by Board of Nurse Examiners for State of Texas

(BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT

(DRIVERS) DRIVERS LICENSE TX Driver's License and proof of driver's insurance

Preferred Experience

2-3 years' experience 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; i.e., peripheral IV start, implant cath, vascular access devices, etc.
• 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 in services and staff meetings.
• 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.

Salary Information

Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and relevant experience.

SECURITY AND 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.