LVN, C7 PCU Tele

Hendrick Health; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendrick Health in Abilene, TX is seeking Licensed Vocational Nurses to participate in planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

You will collaborate with multiple disciplines to ensure quality patient care and outcomes, and you must be well-versed in a broad range of health conditions.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved LVN program.
• No previous work experience required.
• Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license.
• CPR-BLS certification.
• ACLS (required before completion of orientation)
• NIH Stroke Scale (required before completion of orientation)

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care under RN supervision.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery.
• Interact with patients and families professionally while maintaining nursing standards.
• Uphold the Texas Nurse Practice Act standards in daily practice.

Skills

Data entry

Rehabilitation equipment

Education

Graduate of approved LVN program

Job description

Job Summary

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

Minimum Education

• Graduate of Approved LVN Program

Minimum Work Experience

• No previous experience

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Licensed Vocational Nurse
• CPR-BLS
• ACLS (required before completion of orientation)
• NIH Stroke Scale (required before completion of orientation)

Required Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities

• Input data into computer programs.
• Familiar with rehabilitation equipment.