Licensed Vocational Nurse/LVN – Heart & Vascular Specialists Clinic – Full-Time, Days

Texas Health Resources•Bedford, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) at the Heart & Vascular Specialists Clinic. The clinic offers opportunities to strengthen skills by working with Providers and Staff in a rewarding, educational environment. It is ideal for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, multi-provider clinic setting and can manage multiple projects simultaneously. The team is characterized by a strong work ethic, positive attitudes, and collaborative teamwork, with a shared commitment to being compassionate and empathic to patients and colleagues.

Requirements

LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse Upon Hire (required)
Accredited School of Practical Nursing Program (required)
ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support Upon Hire (required)
BCLS – Basic Cardiac Life Support maintained every 2 years and 90 Days Upon Hire (required)
Knowledge of basic nursing processes and understanding of healthcare technology, equipment, and supplies
Knowledge of state law on nursing care, nurse practice guidelines, and clinic policies and procedures
Ability to effectively communicate to staff and patients
Demonstrate sound judgment and composure
Ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations
Maintain a positive, caring attitude towards staff and patients
Possess a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism
Efficient time management skills

Nice To Haves

6 months LVN experience (strongly preferred)
1 year LVN experience (preferred)
Proficient IV insertion and ECG rhythms experience (strongly preferred)

Responsibilities

Delivers care to patients utilizing the LVN Process.
Performs basic nursing care for patients by following established standards and procedures. May perform specific nursing care as it relates to specialty of the practice.
Collects patient data such as vital signs, notes how the patient looks and acts or responds to stimuli and reports this information accordingly.
Prepares and administers injections, performs routine tests, treats wounds and changes bandages.
Prepares patient records and files using established medical record forms/automated systems and documentation practices.
Administers certain prescribed medications and monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response.
Participates in the implementation and evaluation of patient care based on practice guidelines, standards of care, and federal/state laws and regulations.
Monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response.
Conveys information to patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions.
Participates in teams to improve patient care processes and outcomes.
Performs other duties as assigned.