Licensed Vocational Nurse

Momentum Spine and Joint•Arlington, TX

About The Position

Momentum Spine and Joint is seeking a full-time Licensed Vocational Nurse for its outpatient clinical network serving the DFW metroplex. The nurse admits patients to the clinical area, provides nursing care to pre-operative patients, and develops an individualized nursing care plan. The center uses a teamwork-based staffing model; employees may be cross-trained in different clinical areas and may take on additional responsibilities as staffing levels and patient needs change. The role includes preparing patients for procedures, assessing and monitoring their condition, carrying out physician orders, providing patient and family education and support, and maintaining accurate medical records and patient confidentiality. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening. Compensation will be determined based on the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and market data.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing or vocational school.
Licensed Vocational Nurse in the State of Texas.
One year of experience in a medical office setting.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Maintain general, age-specific, and medication-administration clinical competencies.
Demonstrate clinical problem-solving and critical thinking, using evidence-based analysis to make decisions.
Adapt to unexpected changes and varying work schedules.
Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and E-Clinical.
Strong attention to detail and thoroughness in completing work tasks.
Ability to maintain composure and manage stress, including in difficult situations.
Ability to assess, plan, and implement nursing interventions and evaluate patient condition.
Practice within the scope of the Texas Nurse Practice Act and accept accountability for one's actions.
Ability to respond quickly when priorities or a patient's condition changes.
Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
Ability to maintain organized records and systems that support timely patient flow.
Ability to clean, maintain, and make minor adjustments to equipment.
Professional patient interaction and clear communication skills.
Strong customer service abilities and phone etiquette.
Ability to foster teamwork, collaborative nursing, and patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

Maintain a clean and therapeutic pre-operative environment.
Give patients instructions as directed by a physician or physician assistant.
Ensure necessary supplies and equipment are available and in good working order.
Admit patients to the unit and prepare them for scheduled procedures.
Perform initial assessments, determine nursing needs, and communicate additional discharge needs when applicable.
Explain nursing procedures and actions to help reduce patient anxiety.
Identify patients' physical and mental status and monitor their medical condition.
Report significant changes in a patient's condition to the admitting physician or anesthesiologist.
Ensure surgical consent, pre-operative test results, and the History and Physical are in the medical record before the proposed procedure.
Make pre-operative and post-operative calls to patients.
Report important health history information to the operating room nurse or medical director.
Educate patients and families and provide emotional support as needed.
Document care accurately and completely in medical records and other required documents.
Implement physician orders in a timely and accurate manner.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with patients, families, visitors, and employees.
Plan for routine events and anticipate, prevent, manage, and evaluate emergent situations.
Protect patient and family privacy and maintain record confidentiality in accordance with policy, procedure, and HIPAA requirements.
Use downtime efficiently and support teammates in response to workload and requests for assistance.
Perform other related tasks as needed.