Texas Health Resources Hiring for Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – Digestive Specialists at Carrollton, Texas Full Time

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – Digestive Specialists

Fast-paced, high-volume clinic is looking for top skilled LVN

Work location: 4221 Medical Parkway, Suite 150, Carrollton, TX 75010

Work hours: Full-time, 40 hours weekly, Monday thru Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm

Position Highlights

Texas Health Physicians Group (THPG) is a not-for-profit physician organization with more than 250 locations and 800 physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants dedicated to providing quality care in clinics and medical offices throughout North Texas.

Here’s What You Need

• Graduated from an Accredited School of Practical Nursing Program (required)

• LVN – Licensed Vocational Nurse Upon Hire (required)

• 1 year of LVN experience (preferred)

• BLS Upon Hire (preferred)

• ACLS Upon Hire (preferred)

• Additional Specialty Certifications if applicable (may be required)

A successful LVN will

• Have knowledge of basic nursing processes and understanding of healthcare technology, equipment, and supplies.

• Familiarity with state law on nursing care, nurse practice guidelines, and clinic policies and procedures.

• Ability to effectively communicate to staff and patients.

• Demonstrate sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations.

• Maintain a positive, caring attitude towards patients.

• Possess a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism.

• Have time management skills.

What You Will Do

Delivers care to patients utilizing the LVN Process

• Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician, functions as a vital member of the healthcare team who contributes to the success of the practice by demonstrating customer/patient focus, effective communication, professionalism, and teamwork.

• Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate comprehensive care provided to selected patient populations and their families.

• The essential job functions for this position are:

• Performs basic nursing care for patients by following established standards and procedures.

• May perform specific nursing care as it relates to specialty of the practice.

• Collects patient data such as vital signs, notes how the patient looks and acts or responds to stimuli and reports this information accordingly.

• Prepares and administers injections, performs routine tests, treats wounds, and changes bandages.

• Prepares patient records and files using established medical record forms/automated systems and documentation practices.

• Administers certain prescribed medications and monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response.

• Participates in the implementation and evaluation of patient care based on practice guidelines, standards of care, and federal/state laws and regulations.

• Monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response.

• Conveys information to patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions.

• Participates in teams to improve patient care processes and outcomes.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional perks of being a Texas Health LVN

• Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program, as well as several other benefits.

• Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice.

• Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).

• A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

• Explore our Texas Health careers site for info like Benefits , Job Listings by Category , recent Awards we’ve won and more.

• Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to [email protected] .

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