Licensed Vocational Nurse - Specialty

Gonzaba Medical Group•San Antonio, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Vocational Nurse provides patient education on specialty treatments and procedures, delivers direct patient care, assists doctors, and starts IVs and administers IV medications when ordered. The role supports medical assistants on patient-related issues and upholds patient-care, operational, and employee expectations in alignment with clinic leadership. The nurse supports Gonzaba Medical Group’s coordinated care model by working with providers and supporting departments to deliver patient-centered care. This position is based in a clinic environment and includes required travel. Work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a clinic. Physical requirements include manual dexterity; sitting, standing, stooping, reaching, kneeling, crouching, bending, and walking; lifting up to 40 pounds without assistance; and close vision with the ability to adjust focus. The role requires working efficiently under pressure. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Graduation from an approved practical nursing program.
State-licensed practical nurse.
Current CPR and AED certifications; licenses and certifications must remain current and in good standing as a condition of initial and continued employment.
Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
Familiarity with health care systems, regulations, policies, and functions.
Good understanding of documentation standards.
Computer skills, including proficiency with computer/EMR systems.
Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
If required to drive a company or personal vehicle: successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, hold and maintain a current valid Texas driver license, and provide proof of current insurance to qualify for mileage reimbursement.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience in a clinic, doctor’s office, or hospital is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform requested patient examinations.
Provide patient teaching, administer medications, triage walk-in patients, and triage calls when needed.
Prepare patients for visits by obtaining their medical charts, taking vital signs, checking blood pressure, allergies, and weight, and placing them in exam rooms.
Obtain and prepare patient charts for physicians, physician assistants, or nurse practitioners, ensuring necessary paperwork is available.
Obtain results from previous visits, including lab, X-ray, consultation, reports, and CT results, and ensure they are on the chart for provider review.
Call patients as needed regarding results, medication or dosage changes, and other information provided by a physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner.
Document patient care accurately and promptly.
Keep exam rooms, the nurse’s station, and work areas neat and clean, including washing and cleaning instruments.
Maintain adequate supplies and ensure contaminated debris is disposed of properly.
Maintain the medical-sample cabinet, including categorization and expiration-date checks.
Clean and sterilize instruments after procedures according to proper procedures.
Participate in and assist during code blue situations as directed by the code blue team leader.
Provide leadership, direction, and support to medical assistants and LVNs on outpatient care, medications, or scheduling issues.
Assist different teams as necessary, including performing duties of other personnel when needed.
Enter patient information into the computer, schedule appointments, and update insurance, telephone, or address information.
Start IVs and assist with other patient procedures as requested by doctors.
Lead patient education classes, including instruction on specialty care.
Perform injections, dressing changes, blood-sugar checks, phlebotomy, EKGs, and other assigned clinical tasks.
Provide patients with follow-up information after appointments.
Cancel and reschedule appointments as needed.
Follow HIPAA rules and regulations and maintain strict confidentiality.
Use tact and courtesy when interacting with patients, visitors, providers, and co-workers.
Maintain clinical competencies according to Gonzaba Medical Group policy and participate in educational programs as needed.
Maintain high customer-service standards in person and through telephone or telehealth communications.
Travel as required; if driving a company or personal vehicle, meet the stated driver-license, motor-vehicle-history, and insurance requirements.
Perform other related duties as assigned.