LVN, Licensed Vocational Nurse Clinic - Tyler Specialty Orthopedic Surgery

Christus Health; Town of Texas, Tyler (WI, TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated healthcare professional to provide essential patient care in a dynamic clinic environment. This role involves assisting physicians and registered nurses in delivering high-quality care, performing various lab procedures, and ensuring smooth patient flow. The ideal candidate will be responsible for obtaining vital signs, administering medications, and supporting the overall clinic operations. Join a team that values compassion and excellence in healthcare, and make a meaningful impact on patient lives.

Qualifications

• Must possess LVN License in the state of employment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care duties under physician supervision.
• Assist with patient flow and documentation in the clinic.

Skills

Patient Care

Phlebotomy

Basic Clerical Duties

Education

LVN License

BLS Certification

Job description

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