LPN/ LVN

UHS•Edinburg, TX

12h

About The Position

This position is responsible for performing a wide variety of patient care duties, including assisting with patient examinations and treatment under a physician’s direction. Duties include interviewing patients, measuring vital signs, performing venipuncture and procedures as directed, and recording documentation in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance with IPM guidelines. The role also prepares treatment rooms, may cover the front desk as required, and carries out prescribed treatments and medical interventions, including medication administration. The LPN/LVN monitors and documents treatment progress and patient responses, delegates as permitted under the Nurse Practice Act, consults with physicians and other health providers, and educates patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and acute and chronic conditions. South Texas Health System Clinics provides family medicine, health screenings, and specialized care to communities in the Rio Grande Valley. The clinics are affiliated with South Texas Health System hospitals and emergency facilities. Independence Physician Management, a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, develops and manages physician networks and urgent care clinics.

Requirements

Completion of LPN/LVN nursing training from an accredited school of nursing.
At least one year of experience working as a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse.
At least one year of college or technical school.
Current BLS/CPR certification.
Current state-registered LPN/LVN license.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in examining and treating patients under the direction of a physician.
Interview patients and measure vital signs, including pulse, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height; perform venipuncture and procedures as directed by the physician.
Record documentation in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance with IPM guidelines.
Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations.
Cover the front desk as required.
Execute prescribed treatments and medical interventions and administer prescribed medications.
Monitor and document treatment progress and patient responses.
Delegate duties as allowed under the Nurse Practice Act.
Refer to and consult with physicians, other health providers, and community resources to prevent or resolve problems or concerns.
Educate patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions.