Lvn Jobs in Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

Requirements

• LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse Upon Hire (required)
• Accredited School of Practical Nursing Program (required)
• ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support Upon Hire (required)
• BCLS – Basic Cardiac Life Support maintained every 2 years and 90 Days Upon Hire (required)
• Knowledge of basic nursing processes and understanding of healthcare technology, equipment, and supplies
• Knowledge of state law on nursing care, nurse practice guidelines, and clinic policies and procedures
• Ability to effectively communicate to staff and patients
• Demonstrate sound judgment and composure
• Ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations
• Maintain a positive, caring attitude towards staff and patients
• Possess a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism
• Efficient time management skills

Nice To Haves

• 6 months LVN experience (strongly preferred)
• 1 year LVN experience (preferred)
• Proficient IV insertion and ECG rhythms experience (strongly preferred)

Responsibilities

• Delivers care to patients utilizing the LVN Process.
• Performs basic nursing care for patients by following established standards and procedures. May perform specific nursing care as it relates to specialty of the practice.
• Collects patient data such as vital signs, notes how the patient looks and acts or responds to stimuli and reports this information accordingly.
• Prepares and administers injections, performs routine tests, treats wounds and changes bandages.
• Prepares patient records and files using established medical record forms/automated systems and documentation practices.
• Administers certain prescribed medications and monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response.
• Participates in the implementation and evaluation of patient care based on practice guidelines, standards of care, and federal/state laws and regulations.
• Monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response.
• Conveys information to patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions.
• Participates in teams to improve patient care processes and outcomes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401k
• PTO
• medical
• dental
• Paid Parental Leave
• flex spending
• tuition reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• mileage reimbursement