LVN, Hendrick Clinic ENT

Hendrick Medical Center; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendrick Medical Center in Abilene, TX is seeking an LVN to provide professional nursing care under supervision of physicians and mid-level providers. You will assist with coordinating patient care and serve as liaison among patients, staff and clinicians.

Responsibilities emphasize knowledge of medical terminology, patient assessment, documentation standards, infection control, safety, and teamwork within a busy clinic setting. CPR certification required; vocational nursing credential preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of Vocational Nursing Program or Associate’s Degree in Nursing.
• One-year LVN experience.

Skills

Medical terminology

Anatomy & physiology

Infection control

Patient assessment

Documentation

Teamwork

Emergency response

Pharmacology basics

Vital signs

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 REQUIREMENTS

• Completion of Vocational Nursing Program or Associate’s Degree in Nursing
• One-year License Vocational Nurse experience.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• 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.