CHRISTUS Health - Longview, TX

posted 4 months ago

Full-time
Longview, TX
Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) position at Christus Health involves providing professional nursing care to clinic patients under supervision. The role emphasizes collaboration with healthcare providers to ensure quality patient care in a clinic setting. The LVN will perform a variety of nursing tasks, assist in patient examinations, and maintain patient records while adhering to established protocols and guidelines.

Responsibilities

  • Performs general nursing care to patients and administers treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
  • Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids provider during treatment, examination, and testing of patients.
  • Observes, records, and reports patients' condition and reaction to drugs or treatments to providers.
  • Oversees appointment bookings and ensures preferences are given to patients in emergency situations.
  • Greets patients and obtains well-documented history and vitals, preparing them for physical exams.
  • Instructs patients in the collection of samples and tests.
  • May perform various nursing tasks such as obtaining vital signs, coordinating patient transfers, and administering medications under supervision.
  • Responds to incoming telephone calls and manages prescription refills as per provider instructions.
  • Formulates and updates patient care plans, orders, prepares, and inspects patient charts.
  • Maintains patient files and records in a professional manner following documentation policies.
  • Ensures preparation of exam rooms and participates in required meetings and professional development activities.

Requirements

  • Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing or vocational nursing.
  • Valid state license to practice nursing.
  • Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.
  • Previous medical office experience preferred.
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