LVN

Texas Children's Careers•Dripping Springs, TX

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About The Position

We are searching for a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) at our TCP Dripping Springs Clinic - someone who works well in a fast-paced primary care setting. In this position, you’ll gather information, assess and provide direct care to patients. You’ll also work collaboratively with other members of the health-care team to render age appropriate care. Think you’ve got what it takes?

Requirements

High school graduate, GED, or equivalent
Graduation from an accredited school of Licensed Vocational Nursing
Current license to practice vocational nursing in the State of Texas
Active BLS certification required from American Heart Association| Health Care Providers

Responsibilities

Provides age appropriate care for one or more of the following age groups routinely: Neonate, Infant, Toddler, Preschool Age, School Age, Adolescent, and Adult
Demonstrates Creating SMILES philosophies to patients, families, and co-workers
Assists with the collection of patient/family data
Provides general patient care
Administers medication and immunization
Assists with education of patient/family
Coordinates referrals
Triages patients
Collects specimens and performs laboratory tests
Fundamental knowledge of pediatric assessment and treatment
Knowledge of related OSHA and CLIA/COLA guidelines and requirements, general office tasks, confidentiality, and filing systems
Ability to use thermometer, scales, sphygmomanometer/stethoscope, butterfly needles, hearing/vision screening equipment, pulse oximetry
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.