Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Texas Tech University • El Paso, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Function within the scope of the vocational nursing license to assist physician, advanced practice provider and/or RN with patient care. Perform technical assessment, administer medications, and assist with minor procedures/treatment. Additionally, may be assigned to manage clinic programs. Texas Tech Health El Paso (TTEP) is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those with H1B visas or those currently on student or postgraduate visas. Additionally, this position is not eligible for remote or hybrid opportunities. All work is required to be performed onsite at TTEP. Perform physical assessment, which may include vital signs, weight, height, and current history and makes observations relevant to patient conditions. Documents or reviews all pertinent data, including allergies, current medications, and health history. Perform various screening tests in preparation for patient's physical examination as required. Administer medications, give injections, and perform treatments (e.g., wound change, etc.) which are within the vocational nurse scope of practice. Observe and document patient reactions to medications and treatments, and initiate emergency treatment as needed. Assist in examinations of patients, diagnostic procedures, and minor procedures/treatments. Provide patient education regarding diagnosis, medication, and treatment under direct or indirect supervision of the physician, or as directed by clinic protocol. Initiate basic cardiac life support and assist in emergency situations as needed. Assure timely reporting of lab work to physician/advanced practice provider and appropriate transfer of medical records as directed by physician/advanced practice provider or as requested by patients. Maintain appropriate inventory of medical equipment and patient education materials in patient examination areas. Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate comprehensive care provided to selected patient populations and their families. May perform specific nursing care as it relates to specialty of the practice. Participate in clinical team care reviews to improve patient care processes and outcomes. Participate in community outreach activities (such as health fairs, community collaborations or outreach clinics) as assigned. May be required to travel between Texas Tech Health El Paso clinical locations and provide cross-coverage across medical specialties to meet operational needs Remain current with all licensure, certifications and mandatory compliances and trainings required of this position. Adhere to all policies, procedures and practices (Regents Rules, TTUS, HSECEP OPs, etc.). Personally, and consistently, demonstrate, display and act in accordance with Texas Tech Health El Paso's Values (Service, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Advancement, and Teamwork). Serve as a Value's leader while actively promoting and encouraging staff across the institution. Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• One (1) year experience as an LVN.
• Experience in and academic medicine or health sciences center.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively, written and verbally.
• Demonstrates the ability to effectively and positively serve as a contributing member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of vocational nursing.
• Current, valid license to practice vocational nursing in the State of Texas; or valid Compact LVN license.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical assessment, which may include vital signs, weight, height, and current history and makes observations relevant to patient conditions.
• Documents or reviews all pertinent data, including allergies, current medications, and health history.
• Perform various screening tests in preparation for patient's physical examination as required.
• Administer medications, give injections, and perform treatments (e.g., wound change, etc.) which are within the vocational nurse scope of practice.
• Observe and document patient reactions to medications and treatments, and initiate emergency treatment as needed.
• Assist in examinations of patients, diagnostic procedures, and minor procedures/treatments.
• Provide patient education regarding diagnosis, medication, and treatment under direct or indirect supervision of the physician, or as directed by clinic protocol.
• Initiate basic cardiac life support and assist in emergency situations as needed.
• Assure timely reporting of lab work to physician/advanced practice provider and appropriate transfer of medical records as directed by physician/advanced practice provider or as requested by patients.
• Maintain appropriate inventory of medical equipment and patient education materials in patient examination areas.
• Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate comprehensive care provided to selected patient populations and their families.
• May perform specific nursing care as it relates to specialty of the practice.
• Participate in clinical team care reviews to improve patient care processes and outcomes.
• Participate in community outreach activities (such as health fairs, community collaborations or outreach clinics) as assigned.
• May be required to travel between Texas Tech Health El Paso clinical locations and provide cross-coverage across medical specialties to meet operational needs
• Remain current with all licensure, certifications and mandatory compliances and trainings required of this position.
• Adhere to all policies, procedures and practices (Regents Rules, TTUS, HSECEP OPs, etc.).
• Personally, and consistently, demonstrate, display and act in accordance with Texas Tech Health El Paso's Values (Service, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Advancement, and Teamwork).
• Serve as a Value's leader while actively promoting and encouraging staff across the institution.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree