LVN Urology

Baylor Scott & White Health • TX

85d

About The Position

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) is a licensed nurse who uses the BSWH nursing professional practice model to deliver patient care as part of the health care team. Using the nursing process and under appropriate supervision, the LVN performs focused assessments and participates in care planning interventions and evaluations. The LVN documents and reports to the supervising RN the assessment information and changes in patient condition, in accordance with the Texas Nursing Practice Act (NPA).

Requirements

• H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• Less than 1 Year of Experience
• License Pract/Vocational Nurse (LVN)
• Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.

Responsibilities

• Conducts accurate focused assessments according to practice standards and LVN Scope of Practice.
• Reports data to assist RN in developing plan of care and formulation of goals/outcomes for the patient and family needs.
• Participates in evaluating the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice, including nursing sensitive indicators.
• Creates a compassionate, supportive, safe and therapeutic environment for patients, families and staff.
• Participates in management of both emotional and physical pain to promote comfort and healing.
• Recognizes, appreciates and incorporates a patient's and family's unique differences into an individualized plan of care.
• Preserves and protects the confidentiality, autonomy, dignity and rights of patient and family.
• Identifies/reports and participates in resolving ethical and clinical concerns.
• Facilitates learning for patients and families, nursing staff, and other members of the health care team.
• Works collaboratively and interdependently with colleagues and community to implement an integrated plan of care.
• Participates in using strategies and available resources for problem-solving for patients, family and staff.
• Identifies personal goals and seeks opportunities for life-long learning.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees