Pediatric & Adolescent LVN Nurse - Flexible Schedule

Harris Health System, Inc.; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) at Harris Health provides patient care and education in ambulatory clinics, under the direct supervision of nursing and medical staff. The LVN uses the nursing process to meet physical, social, psychological, and spiritual needs of patients with common health problems.

The LVN coordinates care among the healthcare team to enhance patient understanding of their condition and required care, with duties including on-going assessment and education in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
• Licensure/Certification: Current licensure as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in the state of Texas; Basic Life Support from an AHA program; other certificates as required by unit/service.
• Work Experience: Experience in area of specialty preferred.

Responsibilities

• The LVN provides patient care and education for patients in the ambulatory clinics/areas under direct supervision of the RN, ARNP, PA, physician, dentist, or podiatrist.
• The LVN uses the nursing process to ensure physical, social, psychological and spiritual needs are met.
• The LVN coordinates care between members of the healthcare team to optimize the patient’s understanding of their condition and care requirements.

Skills

Verbal communication

Analytical

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing

Job description

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) at Harris Health provides patient care and education in ambulatory clinics, under the direct supervision of nursing and medical staff. The LVN uses the nursing process to meet physical, social, psychological, and spiritual needs of patients with common health problems.

The LVN coordinates care among the healthcare team to enhance patient understanding of their condition and required care, with duties including on-going assessment and education in a fast-paced