Sr Lic Vocational Nurse

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
United States, Texas, Lubbock
3601 4th Street (Show on map)
Feb 15, 2025
Sr Lic Vocational Nurse Lubbock 39913BR Position Description Employees in this classification are experienced LVN's responsible for performing a wide variety of patient care activities in an assigned specialty or subspecialty outpatient clinic. Work is performed under the direction of a staff nurse and/or physician as part of a total health care team in providing complete evaluations to patients. Works under the direct supervision of staff nurse or physician. No delegated supervisory authority; may instruct co-workers and supervise them in the performance of special procedures. Work is performed under usual clinic conditions, necessitating a high degree of contact with patients, families and clinic personnel. Major/Essential Functions Direct and coordinate clinical activities of ENT nursing staff at HSC and remote locations. Communicates with patients via telephone per clinic protocols. Prepares and operates necessary equipment and instruments for examination, treatments and procedures. Sterilizes and disinfects medical equipment and instruments. Maintains inventory of supplies in examination and procedure rooms. Completes Annual Nursing Core Competency Training and Skills Fair. Participates in emergency preparedness drills in the department. Attends nursing staff meetings. Participates in the identification of patient needs for referral to resources and facilitates continuity of care. Assists with or performs exams and procedures and documents intervention in EMR. Takes and records accurate vital signs and measurements. Assists in determining the physical and mental health status, needs, and preferences of culturally, ethnically, and socially diverse patients and their families. Communicates patient data using EMR to support decision-making to improve patient care. Refills and/or sends medications to pharmacies according to clinic and facility policy. Train and counsel assigned staff and monitor performance. Perform employee evaluations for employees under your supervision. Work with physicians and administrators to develop clinical, facility, and equipment needs assessments. Formulate and implement ongoing JCAHO-approved technical training programs for nurses. Establish clinical nursing protocols. Work under the supervision of the Administrator to ensure effective nursing operations. Supervisory duties include but are not limited to: Interviewing and selecting applicants for vacant nursing positions. Maintaining personnel records regarding leave time, evaluations, and personnel records in accordance with HR policies and Joint Commission requirements for nursing employees. Direct supervision of approximately 3 - 5 nurses at HSC and remote facilities; supervision of staff would be considered at the level of moderate. Required Qualifications Education: Completion of a Board of Nursing accredited program of vocational nursing. License/Certification: Current Vocational Nursing license in the state of Texas or the attainment of a temporary permit from the Board of Nursing to practice vocational nursing pending full licensure in the state of Texas. Experience: At least two years of LVN experience in a hospital, clinic or community-based environment. To apply, please visit: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25898&siteid=5283&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=882640 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx. jeid-be11b9729fb0154f997fb5626cb4f7a4