Licensed Vocational Nurse

Full Time
Fort Worth, TX 76107
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Job description

Department
HSC-Health Systems-999999

Job Location
Fort Worth

Full Time/Part Time

Retirement Eligibility
TRS Eligible

Additional Retirement Information
As a full-time employee, you can enjoy a robust benefits package, including:
  • tuition benefits
  • paid time off plus paid holidays
  • 100% state-paid medical insurance premium for eligible employees and 50% premium paid for eligible dependents
  • State of Texas retirement and optional plans

Salary Information
Commensurate with experience

Department Summary
HSC Health is the academic clinical practice for the University of North Texas Health Science Center. HSC Health primary and multispecialty care clinics are in the beautiful Museum District of Fort Worth. Our clinics provide opportunity to support specialties such as:
  • Pediatrics
  • Pediatric Mobile Clinic
  • Family Medicine
  • Cardiology
  • Geriatrics
  • Gastroenterology
  • Dermatology
  • Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine
  • Student Health / Priority Care

Position Overview
A successful Licensed Vocational Nurse ( LVN ) will have:
  • Ability to effectively communicate with staff and patients
  • Ability to assess patients quickly and accurately
  • Demonstrated sound judgment and composure, with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations.
  • Maintain a positive, caring and compassionate attitude towards patients
  • A strong work ethic and display a high level of professionalism



Additional Posting Details

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and two (2) years of related experience. A valid Texas LVN License and a current CPR (BLS) certificate are required.



Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in a clinical environment
  • Experience with NextGen EMR
  • Bilingual in Spanish/English

Required License / Registration / Certification
  • Valid Texas LVN License
  • Current CPR (BLS) certificate

Work Schedule
Full Time, 40 hours weekly, Monday – Friday 8am to 5pm
Position is on-site at HSC Health. No travel required.

Driving University Vehicle
No

Security Sensitive
This is a security sensitive position.

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.



Classification Title
LVN

Physical Requirements
Carrying, Cleaning, Crawling, Kneeling, Lifting up to 25 pounds, Pulling , Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Squatting, Stooping, Bending, Standing, Twisting, Walking, Writing, Grasp, Talk or Hear, Ability to communicate

Job Duties

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Measure and record patients’ vital signs, perform procedures and administer medications, injections and vaccines as ordered by clinician in the electronic health record. Assembles, maintains, and properly uses equipment in patient care delivery.

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Return patient calls, and performs telephone triage following standardized protocols and clinicians guidance.

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Gauges patient’s overall health status updating clinicians as indicated. Provides oversight and guidance to medical assistants in collaboration with clinic supervisor/manager.

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Obtain insurance authorizations for referrals, procedures, and medications. Follows clinical protocols for medications refills. Completes patient forms as necessary

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Follows all departmental and organizational policies and procedures with regard to patient safety, quality management, infection control, and human resources. Ensure appropriate legal and regulatory standards.

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Deliver culturally competent care that respects each patients individual beliefs.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
S6434P

Position End Date (if temporary)

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