Float Oncology Clinic Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) - Medical Center - Houston, Tx

US Oncology, Inc.•Houston, TX

54d•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Oncology is looking for a Float Oncology Clinic Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) to join our team! This position will support the Medical Center location in Houston, Texas. This position can be a level I, II or Senior based on relevant candidate experience. In the heart of Houston's world-renowned Texas Medical Center, innovation and healing converge. TxO -Houston Medical Center delivers advanced cancer care-including CAR-T therapy, radiation oncology, and precision medicine-within the largest medical complex in the world. Surrounded by leading research institutions, hospitals, and universities, patients benefit from a collaborative environment that drives breakthroughs in treatment. Just steps away, Hermann Park, the Houston Zoo, and the Museum District offer moments of peace and inspiration. With easy access to major highways like US-59, SH-288, and the METRORail Red Line, the TMC area is where world-class care meets world-class culture. TxO - Medical Center offers comprehensive services in a brand new facility, and our team works collaboratively to provide high-quality, individualized care for each patient we serve. Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country and has approximately 600+ providers in 300+ sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Our founders pioneered community-based cancer care because they believed in making the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends nearby. Our mission is still the same today-at Texas Oncology, we use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care to help our patients achieve "More breakthroughs. More victories." in their fight against cancer. Today, Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Graduate from an accredited school for practical nursing.
This position is entry level and requires 0-3 years experience as a practical nurse.
Current LPN state license and registration with the State Board of Practical Nursing in practicing state.
Current BLS certification required within 3 months of hire.
This position requires at least three (3) years experience as a practical nurse.
Requires a minimum of five (5) years experience as a practical nurse in a hospital or clinic setting.

Nice To Haves

Phlebotomy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides general nursing care to patients.
Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids physician during examination and procedures.
Observes, records, and reports patients condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians.
Administers prescribed medications as directed.
Screens patients for appropriate information. Instructs patients in collection of specimen samples for testing.
Responds to and refers incoming telephone calls. Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including but not limited to, vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes.
Performs EKG and oxymetry readings as required by physician.
Obtains blood specimens from peripheral sites as needed and in accordance with OSHA and universal precautions.
Phones in prescriptions and makes other patient calls as required or directed by physicians.
Maintains patient files, records and other information.
Initiate IV fluids and IV therapeutic medications in accordance with LPN/LVN state nurse practice act.

Benefits

We offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401k plan that comes with a company match, a Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle, and lots of other great perks such as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance program and discounts on some of your favorite retailers.
Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP): is an incentive program that typically vests over a three-year period and is tied to both individual performance and the operational success of Texas Oncology. Awards are discretionary and based on your position, performance, and potential for future career growth at Texas Oncology. Awards are reviewed and approved during the annual compensation review. LTIP awards are subject to your continued employment through the award payment date, and are governed by the written terms and conditions of the LTIP document.

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