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

Texas Health•Flower Mound, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Vocational Nurse provides patient care at Texas Health Physicians Group’s Heart & Vascular Specialists clinic, following the LVN Process and established standards, procedures, and practice guidelines. The role includes collecting and documenting patient data, performing routine nursing procedures, administering certain prescribed medications, monitoring treatment progress and patient responses, and communicating with patients and families about health status and condition management. This is a full-time position working 40 hours weekly, Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The role requires travel to surrounding clinics as needed, with mileage reimbursement provided. The clinic is described as a collaborative, fast-paced, high-volume environment with substantial inbound and outbound calls.

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, within 90 days upon hire; alternatively, ACLS is preferred upon hire.
Additional specialty certifications, if applicable, upon hire.
Knowledge of basic nursing processes and understanding of healthcare technology, equipment, and supplies.
Familiarity with state nursing-care law, 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 a 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) certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

Deliver care to patients utilizing the LVN Process.
Perform basic nursing care by following established standards and procedures, and provide specialty-related nursing care as applicable.
Collect patient data, including vital signs and observations of appearance, behavior, and responses to stimuli, and report 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 response.
Participate in implementing and evaluating patient care according to 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.
Perform other duties as assigned.