LVN
About The Position
Lone Star Circle of Care (LSCC) is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) who is passionate about improving the health of our communities. At LSCC, we strive to provide exceptional, equitable patient care that leads to healthier communities for all. As an LVN, you will work under the direction of licensed medical personnel and/or Registered Nurses to support patient care, perform focused nursing assessments, and assist with examinations and treatments in accordance with the Texas Nurse Practice Act. Your contributions play a vital role in bringing our mission and vision to life every day. If you are looking for a rewarding career in a supportive, collaborative, and patient-centered environment, we'd love to hear from you!
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited vocational nursing program
- Current and valid Texas Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Nice To Haves
- Previous nursing experience in a clinic or outpatient setting
- Experience using Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Bilingual English/Spanish skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Collaborative team-player mindset
- Commitment to delivering exceptional patient care
Responsibilities
- Obtain, evaluate, and document patient histories
- Measure and record vital signs
- Assist licensed medical staff and/or Registered Nurses during patient examinations
- Draw and collect blood samples and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis as needed
- Prepare and administer medications according to the Five Rights of Medication Administration
- Perform routine diagnostic and laboratory procedures
- Manage referrals, including processing, tracking, and closing referrals upon receipt of consultation reports
- Receive and document STAT calls from Quest and ARA and communicate results to providers
- Complete data entry within the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system, including lab results, hemoglobin, and lead screenings
- Coordinate authorizations and identify in-network service providers for speech, occupational, and physical therapy referrals
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Competitive pay starting at $23.00 per hour
- Pay based on experience
- $2,500 Sign-On Bonus
- Paid Time Off Package
- 3 weeks of vacation annually
- Sick leave
- Personal leave
- Continuing Education Support for Nurses
- Paid continuing education time
- Continuing education reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
