Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Acute Care Oncology (FT Nights 7P-7A)

UMC Health System

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We’ve learned that what is best for patients is also best for employees. Learn more about why we are one of the Best Companies to Work for in Texas®. Licensed Vocational Nurse Oncology Acute Care (7p-7a) Full-Time Nights 7pm-7am 4 East is a complex and fast paced 33 bed Medical Surgical unit that specializes in the care of oncology patients. Our goal on 4 East is to provide exceptional nursing care with a caring and compassionate focus while maintaining the dignity and respect of our patients. We take a holistic approach to our care including patient, family, care takers and anyone designated by the patient. We collaborate with other departments using a multidisciplinary approach to ensure that our patients get the best, most efficient, and highest quality care. Our nurses are required to complete the UMC Chemo Certificate Course and are encouraged to obtain other national certifications. Working on 4 East is an opportunity to be a part of a family and enhance your nursing skills, time management, and critical thinking. Job Summary: Professional nurse who assesses, delegates, and reviews nursing care and functions in accordance with established philosophy, providing patient care for a group of patients per scope of practice. Relates effectively with other shifts/departments for optimal continuity of care. UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources. Benefits: Resilience program Emotional Physical Spiritual Financial Career Community On-Site Professional Counselors (EAP) Discounted Pharmacy Cost Cash Retention Bonus (only one in our region) Retirement Benefits w/Employer Match PTO & Extended Illness Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance And more at: https://apps.umchealthsystem.com/documents/wellness.pdf UMC Vision, Mission and Standards: Vision: To Serve Our Patients in the Best Teaching Hospital in the Country Mission Statement: Service is our passion. We serve by providing safe, high quality care to all, achieving excellent financial performance, and training tomorrow’s healthcare professionals. Standards of Excellence: Attitude, Communication, Responsiveness, Compassion, Teamwork, Ownership, Safety and Respect About UMC Magnet Designated 501 licensed beds 62 Site locations Regions only Level I Trauma Center Regions only BICU DNV accredited Primary teaching hospital for the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in Texas by Texas Monthly UMC Physicians Culture, Vision, Mission, and Standards: Culture: Service is Our Passion Vision: The best place to work and the best place to receive healthcare. Mission Statement: To improve the quality of life for our community by providing the best patient experience for every patient. Standards: Teamwork, Respect, Accountability, Compassion, Kindness About UMCP 35 Practice Locations – private practices and urgent care centers Over 125 physicians and advanced practice providers Ranked as “One of the Best Places to Work in Texas” by Texas Monthly Employee Engagement Score of 96% measured by Press Ganey Associates

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing
Valid Texas LVN License/Eligible Compact License
Must maintain a current BLS certification from American Heart Association

Responsibilities

Professional nurse who assesses, delegates, and reviews nursing care
Functions in accordance with established philosophy
Providing patient care for a group of patients per scope of practice
Relates effectively with other shifts/departments for optimal continuity of care