Licensed Vocational Nurse - GI -2371 Crockett Dr

Hendrick Medical Center•Brownwood, TX

63d

About The Position

The Licensed Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing professional nursing care for patients under supervision of the physician or APP. Assists physicians and staff in coordinating patient care. Functions as primary liaison between patients, staff, and physicians.

Requirements

Completion of Vocational Nursing Program or Associate's Degree in Nursing
One-year License Vocational Nurse experience
Current state vocational nurse license
Current CPR certificate
Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology; familiarity with health care systems, regulations, policies, and functions; understanding of documentation standards
Knowledge of equipment, supplies, and materials needed for medical treatment; understanding of basic laboratory procedures including preparation and screening
Knowledge of infectious disease management and control and safety standards
Knowledge of policies and procedures related to infection control, environmental safety, and patient confidentiality
Knowledge of medical chart reporting/records
Knowledge of management and organizational theory to supervise the business practices including principles of employee development to train, delegate, and mentor staff; knowledge of medications and other pharmacological agents used in a clinic setting
Knowledge in diseases and disease processes
Skill in appropriate assessment and assistance techniques
Skill in appropriate use of universal precautions, safe workplace, and confidentiality methods
Skill in health information management by appropriately charting patient data
Ability to work effectively as a team member with physicians and other staff
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
Ability to appropriately interact with patients, families, staff, and others
Ability to flexibly respond to changing demands
Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and direct the work of others
Ability to communicate clearly