Licensed Vocational Nurse I

Hendrick Medical Center; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendrick Medical Center is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to participate in planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The role involves collaborating with other professionals to ensure quality patient care and to achieve desired outcomes, while communicating effectively with patients and families.

The LVN will provide direct, individualized nursing care within the defined scope of practice and adhere to the Texas Nurse Practice Act and

Qualifications

• Completion of Vocational Nursing Program or Associate’s Degree in Nursing.
• Licensed Vocational Nurse
• CPR-BLS
• NIH Stroke Scale (required before completion of orientation)

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of patient outcomes.
• Interact with patients and significant others while upholding the Texas Nurse Practice Act and practicing within defined scope.

Education

Completion of Vocational Nursing Program or Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurses participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care. Licensed Vocational Nurses collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. Licensed Vocational Nurses effectively interact with patient and significant others, while maintaining the standard of professional nursing. Licensed Vocational Nurses provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients with a predictable outcome based on the application of scientific nursing principles. Due to the broad range of medical conditions they encounter, they must be well-versed in a large variety of health conditions.

Licensed Vocational Nurses have a professional obligation to participate in committee activities, surveys, and improvement initiatives. In addition, Licensed Vocational Nurses must uphold the standards of the Texas Nurse Practice Act, and must practice within their defined scope of practice.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Completion of Vocational Nursing Program or Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Required Licenses/Certifications

Licensed Vocational Nurse

CPR-BLS

NIH Stroke Scale (required before completion of orientation)

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities