Licensed Vocational Nurse

United Medical Centers; Del Rio (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

United Medical Centers is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to join our clinical team in Texas. The role requires directing and providing nursing care under supervision, ensuring age-appropriate care and compliance with standards.

Applicants should have Texas LVN licensure and current CPR certification. Experience in patient education and a solid background in various clinical areas are preferred, with proficiency in Electronic Health Records (EHR) required for accurate documentation and care

Qualifications

• CPR certification is required.
• Licensed Vocational Nurse (Texas) license current.
• Two years of nursing experience preferred, supervisory experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Directs and provides nursing care per policy and procedures.
• Ensure age-appropriate patient care across life span.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and EHR use.

Skills

CPR certification

LVN license Texas

Patient education

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate from vocational nursing program

Tools

EHR proficiency

Job description

Description

Under the direction and supervision of the Clinical Nursing Coordinators and assigned Charge Nurse and in collaboration with the Provider and/or Mid-Level Provider plans, directs and provides nursing care in accordance with established philosophy, policies and procedures of United Medical Centers. Responsible in carrying out all duties for the smooth operation of the assigned unit as demonstrated by approved competency assessment guidelines. Assists in the provision of health education and disease prevention services as needed and/or required. Responsible for demonstrating the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served, including demonstrating knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. Must be able to identify and categorize each patient’s age-specific grouping of needs, such as those for infant, adolescent, or geriatric patients. Must be EHR proficient. Responsible for compliance with other requirements affecting the Medical Center, such as State/Federal regulations TJC, DSHS, HRSA and PCHM Compliance standards.

Description

Under the direction and supervision of the Clinical Nursing Coordinators and assigned Charge Nurse and in collaboration with the Provider and/or Mid-Level Provider plans, directs and provides nursing care in accordance with established philosophy, policies and procedures of United Medical Centers. Responsible in carrying out all duties for the smooth operation of the assigned unit as demonstrated by approved competency assessment guidelines. Assists in the provision of health education and disease prevention services as needed and/or required. Responsible for demonstrating the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served, including demonstrating knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. Must be able to identify and categorize each patient’s age-specific grouping of needs, such as those for infant, adolescent, or geriatric patients. Must be EHR proficient. Responsible for compliance with other requirements affecting the Medical Center, such as State/Federal regulations TJC, DSHS, HRSA and PCHM Compliance standards. (United Medical Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.)

Requirements

Education

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Graduate from an accredited school of vocational nursing
• Current license to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse for the State of Texas

Experience/Training

• Must have current CPR certification
• At least two years of nursing experience in various specialties preferred
• Minimum of one to two years of supervisory responsibilities preferred
• Prior experience in patient education (i.e. diabetes, hypertension, cardiac and other health related education programs) preferred