Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Harris Health System • Houston, TX

100d • $23 - $29

About The Position

Harris Health System is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) for Correctional Health at the 1200 Main Clinic. The LVN provides patient care and education under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice registered nurse, physician assistant, physician, dentist, or podiatrist. Using the nursing process, the LVN addresses patients’ physical, social, psychological, and spiritual needs while assisting in determining predictable healthcare needs. The LVN delivers individualized, goal-directed care and coordinates with the healthcare team to enhance patient understanding and outcomes within the LVN scope of practice.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing
• Current Texas LVN license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from an American Heart Association (AHA)-approved program
• Other certifications as required by unit/service
• Experience in area of specialty preferred
• Above average verbal communication (heavy public contact)
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Analytical skills
• PC proficiency

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and education under appropriate clinical supervision
• Apply the nursing process to assess and address patient needs
• Assist in identifying predictable healthcare needs with defined outcomes
• Deliver individualized and goal-directed nursing care
• Coordinate care across healthcare team members for optimal patient understanding
• Operate computers, IV pumps, vital signs monitors, and other unit-specific equipment

Benefits

• $10,000 Retention Bonus
• Day 1 Benefits – Available the first day of hire
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Subsidized parking
• Credit union
• Employee disaster relief
• Tuition Reimbursement – Available after 6 months of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees