LVN, NHC-NHC Far East

University Medical Center of El Paso • El Paso, TX

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About The Position

Performs reassessments, collects data, and contributes to the plan of care under the direction of a Registered Nurse and/or Provider. Supports the direction and coordination of nursing care for patients in accordance with established clinical nursing practice standards. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to help ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and desired patient outcomes. Supports the organization’s vision and mission, and uses knowledge of patients’ ages and cultural diversity in providing care. Contributes to quality nursing care through performance improvement techniques that demonstrate positive patient-care outcomes.

Requirements

• Current, active license to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in Texas.
• Current CPR training.
• Graduate from a school of Vocational Nursing.
• Competent use of a computer documentation system.
• Technical competence in tasks within the scope of practice of a Licensed Vocational Nurse.
• Competence and efficiency in performing treatments and procedures.
• Effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present clear, concise verbal reports.
• Effective interviewing and data collection techniques.
• Ability to use computers for documentation.
• Ability to read and comprehend English sufficiently to follow written and oral instructions and safety precautions.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience as an LVN in a healthcare setting.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient reassessments and collect data.
• Contribute to patient plans of care under the direction of a Registered Nurse and/or Provider.
• Support the direction and coordination of nursing care in accordance with established clinical nursing practice standards.
• Collaborate with other professional disciplines to support effective and efficient care delivery and desired patient outcomes.
• Use knowledge of patients’ ages and cultural diversity in providing care.
• Contribute to quality nursing care through performance improvement techniques.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed