LVN- ED- TMC- FT Nigths

Memorial Hermann; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team in delivering patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The LVN position uses the nursing process to provide safe, compassionate care to patients within licensure and unit requirements.

Minimum qualifications include graduation from an accredited LVN/LPN program, Texas LVN license/permit or compact license, and Basic Life Support certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of vocational nursing or licensed practical nursing.
• Active Texas LVN license/permit or temporary/compact license to practice.
• Basic Life Support certification; additional certifications may be required by unit.

Responsibilities

• Delivers safe and appropriate care to patients within licensure.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team and supports RN in patient care.
• Participates in program evaluation and process improvement.
• Addresses diverse patient needs across the continuum of care.
• Supports professional growth and may serve as preceptor or mentor.
• Adheres to regulatory standards and Memorial Hermann policies.
• Performs other duties within scope and clinical competency.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Nursing assessment

Patient safety

Education

Graduate from an accredited school of vocational nursing or licensed practical nursing

Current TX LVN license/permit or temporary/compact license

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Collaborates with interdisciplinary team in the delivery of patient care, under the direction of a Registered Nurse, utilizing the nursing process. MHHS hires LVNs based on years of experience groupings (i.e. 0-3 years and 3+ years).

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduate from an accredited school of vocational nursing or licensed practical nursing
• Licenses/Certifications: Current State of Texas license/permit or temporary/compact license to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
• Certified in Basic Life Support
• Additional certifications may be required based on discipline and /or nursing unit requirements

Principal Accountabilities

• Delivers safe and appropriate care to patients, according to the nursing skills inventory and the age and needs of patient/population served, within the scope of licensure.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team while making clinical decisions in the delivery of patient care; supports and collaborates with the Registered Nurse in providing direction to the healthcare team.
• Participates in a systemic, interdisciplinary, and ongoing evaluation of programs, process improvement and desired client-centered outcomes.
• Considers the diverse needs of each patient through the entire continuum of care, providing and ensuring the highest level of service according to established service standards, optimizing the patient experience.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; may serve as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Adheres to all regulatory and Texas Board of Nursing standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned, within the scope of practice and clinical competency.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences.
• Models Memorial Hermann's service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Together, we're creating an environment where exceptional care can flourish. It starts with you.