PRN NURSE (RN/LVN) - Menard
About The Position
At Frontera Healthcare Network, we aim to elevate the standard for rural healthcare by providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible healthcare services to the communities we serve. We are actively searching for a highly skilled and driven Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to become a valued member of our team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the well-being of individuals and families by bringing the community direct access to medical services they otherwise would not have. The Staff Nurse is an integral part of the health care team. The Staff Nurse assists the healthcare team in a professional manner in the community health center setting. Responsibilities include administering quality nursing care, immunization, and health education to patients of all ages in accordance with established nursing standards; assisting in the lab and pharmacy as appropriate; and working with all health center personnel to ensure an efficient and safe environment of care.
Requirements
- Knowledge of basic principles of health promotion, prevention, and motivation.
- Knowledge of protocols in general and an ability to quickly gain specific knowledge of the Center’s current operational protocols.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and appropriate abbreviations.
- Demonstrates knowledge of the Texas Nursing Practice Act.
- Ability to read and comprehend medical instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
- Ability to effectively present information in small group situations to patients, Center staff, and the general public.
- Ability to prepare statistical and administrative reports.
- Ability to work cooperatively with community agency personnel to coordinate services for patients.
- Ability to use a glucometer and interpret the results.
- Ability to use office equipment including, but not limited to, computers, fax machines, telephones, and copiers.
- Ability to prioritize and allocate resources.
- Registered Nurse degree from an accredited school of nursing.
- Current unrestricted license from the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners to practice as a registered nurse (RN) in the State of Texas
- Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Healthcare Professionals Certification
Nice To Haves
- Spanish speaking and writing skills
- One (1) year of practice experience as an RN given direct patient care.
Responsibilities
- Provides clinical services.
- Provides clinical oversight under the supervision of the Nursing Supervisor.
- Fulfills administrative duties.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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