Licensed Vocational Nurse - Elevate Care, Equity Options

Texas Health Institute; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

401k contribution

Job summary

WellMed, part of the Optum family, is hiring a Licensed Vocational Nurse/Practical Nurse (LVN/LPN) to provide clinical support under provider direction. You will deliver nursing care, assist with exams, administer medications, collect samples, and document in the patient record.

The role emphasizes collaboration with RNs and providers, adherence to HIPAA, infection control, and delivering compassionate care to patients in a busy clinic. Texas licensure and BLS are required.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted State LVN/LPN license in Texas.
• IV certification if required by clinic.
• Current BLS certification.
• Proven knowledge of medical terminology and office procedures.
• Proficient with electronic medical records systems.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs nursing duties within LVN/LPN scope (injections, meds, EKGs, phlebotomy) as allowed by state board.
• Assist in implementing education plans for patients and families.
• Coordinate patient care with providers, RNs, and policies.
• Document assessment and care in the medical record accurately.
• Collect data, perform focused nursing assessments, and relay findings to the provider.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Organize exam rooms, stock and sterilize instruments, follow infection control.
• Follow CLIA standards for labs, handle lab samples and labeling.
• If IV certified, manage IV therapy per protocol.

Skills

Effective listening

Communication skills

Medical terminology

Electronic medical records

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Texas LVN/LPN license

Tools

EMR software

Job description

WellMed, part of the Optum family, is hiring a Licensed Vocational Nurse/Practical Nurse (LVN/LPN) to provide clinical support under provider direction. You will deliver nursing care, assist with exams, administer medications, collect samples, and document in the patient record.

The role emphasizes collaboration with RNs and providers, adherence to HIPAA, infection control, and delivering compassionate care to patients in a busy clinic. Texas licensure and BLS are required.