LVN - 125 D South Park Brownwood

Hendrick Medical Center Brownwood; Brownwood (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendrick Medical Center Brownwood is seeking an LVN to provide professional nursing care for patients under supervision of the physician or mid-level provider. You will assist physicians and staff in coordinating patient care and function as the primary liaison between patients, staff, and physicians.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to safety protocols, and the ability to respond calmly in emergencies. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Completion of Vocational Nursing Program or Associate's Degree in Nursing.
• Current state vocational nurse license.
• Current CPR certificate.
• Minimum one year LVN experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care for patients under supervision of the physician or mid-level provider.
• Assist physicians and staff in coordinating patient care.
• Serve as primary liaison between patients, staff and physicians.

Skills

Medical terminology

Anatomy & physiology

Pathophysiology

Documentation standards

Infection control

Patient confidentiality

Team collaboration

Emergency response

Communication

Education

Vocational Nursing Program

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Job description

The Licensed Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing professional nursing care for patients under supervision of the physician or mid-level provider. Assists physicians and staff in coordinating patient care. Functions as primary liaison between patients, staff and physicians.

Job Summary

The Licensed Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing professional nursing care for patients under supervision of the physician or mid-level provider. Assists physicians and staff in coordinating patient care. Functions as primary liaison between patients, staff and physicians.

Job Requirements

• Minimum Education
• Completion of Vocational Nursing Program or Associate's Degree in Nursing
• Minimum Work Experience
• One-year License Vocational Nurse experience.
• Required Licenses/Certifications
• Current state vocational nurse license.
• Current CPR certificate.
• Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology. Familiarity with health care systems, regulations, policies, and functions. Understanding of documentation standards.
• Knowledge of equipment, supplies, and materials needed for medical treatment. Understanding of basic laboratory procedures including preparation and screening.
• Knowledge of infectious disease management and control and safety standards.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures related to infection control, environmental safety and patient confidentiality.
• Knowledge of medical chart reporting/records.
• Knowledge of management and organizational theory to supervise the business practices including principles of employee development to train, delegate and mentor staff. Knowledge of medications and other pharmacological agents used in a clinic setting.
• Knowledge in diseases and disease processes.
• Skill in appropriate assessment and assistance techniques.
• Skill in appropriate use of universal precautions, safe workplace and confidentiality methods.
• Skill in health information management by appropriately charting patient data.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member with physicians and other staff.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to appropriately interact with patients, families, staff and others.
• Ability to flexibly respond to changing demands.
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and direct the work of others.
• Ability to communicate clearly.