Licensed Vocational Nurse/LVN – Heart & Vascular Specialists – Full-Time, Days

Texas Health Resources•Flower Mound, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Health is hiring a Licensed Vocational Nurse for its Heart & Vascular Specialists clinic. The position is based at 4370 Medical Arts Drive, Suite 300, Flower Mound Road, TX 75028, and includes travel to surrounding clinics as needed; mileage reimbursement is provided. The schedule is full-time, 40 hours per week: Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The LVN delivers patient care using the LVN process and established standards and procedures. Duties include collecting patient data, preparing and administering injections, performing routine tests, treating wounds, changing bandages, preparing patient records, administering certain prescribed medications, monitoring and documenting treatment progress and patient responses, and sharing health information with patients and families. The nurse also participates in implementing and evaluating care and in teams working to improve patient care processes and outcomes. The clinic emphasizes teamwork and collaboration, a fast-paced, high-volume flow of inbound and outbound calls, and compassion and empathy toward patients and colleagues. Texas Health Physicians Group describes a supportive, inclusive, people-first workplace, with opportunities for growth and participation in nursing education, research, and practice innovation.

Requirements

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) credential upon hire.
Completion of an accredited School of Practical Nursing Program.
Successful completion of the THPG Clinical Training educational program, with demonstrated competency in required skills, within 90 days of job entry.
BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) maintained every two years and obtained within 90 days of hire; alternatively, ACLS is preferred.
Additional specialty certifications, if applicable, upon hire.
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 communicate effectively with staff and patients.
Sound judgment and composure, with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations.
A positive, caring attitude toward patients.
Strong work ethic and high level of professionalism.

Nice To Haves

One year of LVN experience.
Cardiac experience.
Cardiac device experience.
Chart-prepping experience.
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) upon hire.

Responsibilities

Deliver care to patients utilizing the LVN process.
Perform basic nursing care according to established standards and procedures, including specialty-specific care as applicable.
Collect patient data, including vital signs and observations of the patient's appearance, behavior, and responses to stimuli, and report the information appropriately.
Prepare and administer injections, perform routine tests, treat wounds, and change bandages.
Prepare patient records and files using established medical record forms, automated systems, and documentation practices.
Administer certain prescribed medications and monitor and document treatment progress and patient responses.
Participate in implementing and evaluating patient care in accordance with practice guidelines, standards of care, and federal and state laws and regulations.
Convey information to patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions.
Participate in teams focused on improving patient care processes and outcomes.
Travel to surrounding clinics as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.