Licensed Vocational Nurse - Orthopaedics

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Lubbock (TX); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 41.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health Plans

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Descripción de la vacante

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Texas is seeking a Vocational Nurse for outpatient clinic support. You will greet patients, assist with procedures, educate families, and coordinate follow-up care under supervision.

licensure in Texas or pending temporary permit required; NCLEX-PN on first attempt for new grads. Day shifts, full-time, hourly pay scale with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Formación

• Education: Completion of a Board of Nursing Accredited program of vocational nursing or scheduled to complete a program of vocational nursing within 120 days of applying for a position.
• License/Certification: Current Vocational Nursing license in the state of Texas or the attainment of a temporary permit from the Board of Nursing to practice vocational nursing pending full licensure in the state of Texas. New graduates must pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN) on the first attempt.
• Experience: No experience required.

Responsabilidades

• Greet and assist patients in a professional, compassionate manner to promote a positive patient experience and supportive care environment.
• Provide guidance to patients' needs within the clinic and over the phone.
• Coordinate surgical scheduling and provide clinical support including injections, casting and splinting assistance, wound care, dressing changes, and follow-up care in accordance with provider orders and established protocols.
• Educate patients and families by providing instruction on treatments, medications, self-care techniques, and follow-up care.
• Collaborate with health care team members to ensure patient needs are met.
• Obtain, document, and report patient vital signs, health histories, and clinical observations while assisting providers with examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary clinical environment by cleaning exam rooms and properly sterilizing, disinfecting, and preparing medical equipment and supplies.

Educación

Vocational Nursing program

NCLEX-PN exam (first attempt)

Descripción del empleo

Introduction

Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For, TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits, including paid leave, retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so much more. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positive environment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as we change the future of health care.

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future.

Visa Information

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visa petitions in accordance with the directive issued by Governor Abbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required. On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsor eligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employer petitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the $100,000 fee, if applicable.

Position Description

Employees in this classification are responsible for performing a wide variety of patient care activities in an assigned specialty or sub-specialty outpatient clinic. Work is performed under the direction of a licensed staff nurse and/or physician as part of a total health care team in providing complete evaluations to patients. Work is performed under usual clinic conditions, necessitating a high degree of contact with patient, families and clinic personnel.

Major/Essential Functions

• Greet and assist patients in a professional, compassionate manner to promote a positive patient experience and supportive care environment.
• Provide guidance to patients' needs within the clinic and over the phone.
• Coordinate surgical scheduling and provide clinical support including injections, casting and splinting assistance, wound care, dressing changes, and follow-up care in accordance with provider orders and established protocols.
• Educate patients and families by providing instruction on treatments, medications, self-care techniques, and follow-up care.
• Collaborate with health care team members to ensure patient needs are met.
• Obtain, document, and report patient vital signs, health histories, and clinical observations while assisting providers with examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary clinical environment by cleaning exam rooms and properly sterilizing, disinfecting, and preparing medical equipment and supplies.

Required Qualifications

Education: Completion of a Board of Nursing Accredited program of vocational nursing or scheduled to complete a program of vocational nursing within 120 days of applying for a position.

License/Certification: Current Vocational Nursing license in the state of Texas or the attainment of a temporary permit from the Board of Nursing to practice vocational nursing pending full licensure in the state of Texas. New graduates must pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX- PN) on the first attempt.

Experience: No experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Orthopedics working with patients.

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Resume / CV

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Pay Grade Minimum

15

Pay Grade Maximum

28

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

Grant Funded?

No

Travel Required

None

Shift

Day

Schedule Details

M-F 8-5

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Army Military Occupational Specialty Code

68C

Navy Enlisted Classification Code

290X, HM

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.