LVN, Licensed Vocational Nurse Clinic - Tyler Primary Family Med *Hiring Incentive Available*

CHRISTUS Health; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a full-time LVN to deliver patient care under the supervision of physicians and registered nurses in a clinic setting. The role involves various responsibilities, including vital sign monitoring, specimen collection, and assisting with patient flow, ensuring high standards of care and compliance with established protocols.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid LVN license in Texas or compact.
• BLS certification required.
• Ability to perform basic patient care duties.

Responsibilities

• Obtains vital signs and collects specimens.
• Assists providers with patient examinations and procedures.
• Documents patient information and manages clerical duties.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Clerical Skills

Education

LVN License

Job description

Summary:

Provides care under supervision of physician or registered nurses for clinic patients, according to established standards and practices. Performs various lab procedures when necessary and in accordance with competency.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Under the direction of the physician; performs basic patient care duties including, but not limited to, obtaining vital signs, weighing patients, and collecting specimens [including phlebotomy (specific to site). Assists provider(s) in examination and treatment of patients and with procedures. Assist with patient flow through the clinic.
• Answers phone/records phone messages, and assists provider(s) with patient related calls.
• Assists in scheduling test appointment, results and pre-certification.
• Documents any information related to patient.
• Assists provider(s) with medication refills.
• Administers medications/immunizations according to provider order.
• Cleans and restocks exam rooms. Cleans equipment in accordance with policy. Orders stock supplies from supply department (specific to site maintains sterile technique and utilizes universal protocol.
• Performs routine clerical duties assigned, including but not limited to locating patient charts, filing and the completion of routine forms.
• Attends/completes required meetings and in-service training and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• CERT
• LVN License in state of employment or compact
• BLS

Work Type:

Full Time