Licensed Vocational Nurse

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - FT - Days - Oncology NursingDHR Health - US:TX:Edinburg - DaysSummary:Our Mission is to improve the well-being of those we serve with a commitment to excellence: every patient, every encounter, every time.VISION is to create a world-class health system to advance medicine and increase access for the communities we serve by empowering caregivers to heal through compassion, knowledge, innovation, integrated care and excellence.POSITION SUMMARY:Assists the registered nurse in the provision of nursing care to patients in designated departments by performing routine and delegated duties. Delivers care in accordance to LVN Practice Act of the State of Texas. Supports the organization vision and mission. Utilizes knowledge of patient's age and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care. Contributes to the provision of quality nursing care through performance improvement techniques that demonstrate positive outcomes in patient care. The individual, must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. Possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs. To provide the care needed as described in the unit's/area's/department's policies and procedures. Will be required to float to any and all departments as deemed necessary by Nursing Administration and management.POSITION EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:· Graduate of accredited school of nursing required.· Current Licensed Vocational Nursing license in the State of Texas.· Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.· 1 year minimum clinical setting experience in direct patient care preferred.· Recent hospital experience preferred but not required.Excellent customer service skills.Computer skills required with knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.Good written and verbal communication skills required.ACLS within 6 months of hireBilingual – English/Spanish –preferred.JOB KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE­:Ability to practice nursing as described by the following definition by the American Nurses Association (2016): "the essential core of practice for the registered nurse to deliver holistic, patient-focused care." Ability to utilize the best nursing process in the provision of nursing care including but not limited to administering treatments and medications, interpreting diagnostic tests, formulating a plan of care, collaborating with other health care providers and providing education to patients and/or significant others. The successful candidate will be required to pass competencies for this position.· Experience: Minimum of one ( 1 ) year of continuous experience preferred. Hospital experience preferred.· Ability to work ALL inpatient units.· Required to pass competencies for this position.· Communication Skills: Must be able to interact and communicate with all levels of staff, physicians, patients and families in an effective manner. Exhibits tact, enthusiasm and patience. Must be sensitive to cultural differences.Essential Technical/Motor skills : Must be able to adjust and/or troubleshoot monitoring equipment and computer equipment.Responsibilities:RESPONSIBILITES/EXPECTATIONS:Promotes the facility mission, vision and values by effectively communicating them to others. Considers mission, vision and values in developing services, standards and practices.Maintains competency on primary units by completing one worked shift per month.Performs nursing care using sound judgment.· Systematically evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice.Abides by the rules and regulations set forth by the Board of Nurse Examiners.· Adheres to policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of services. Maintains current with all new policies and procedures published.· Performs duties as assigned. Refusal of assignment may result in immediate termination.Implements physician's orders in a safe and accurate manner.Assists RN with admitting, discharging and transferring patients.Transcribes and implements new physician orders.Adapts to the needs of the unit by demonstrating flexibility/adaptability.Maintains knowledge of the patient's status during admission and works with healthcare team to adjust and improve approach to recovery.Maintains detailed and accurate records of nursing actions.Participates in health/therapeutic counseling, teaching/emotional support for patients and significant others.Makes rounds on assigned patients and prioritizes patient's needs.The nurse acquires and maintains current knowledge in nursing practice.Maintains a safe and clean environment for patients and co-workers.Provides and receives reports in a status of patients at the change of shifts.Administers medication and therapies within the scope of safe nursing practice.Modifies and implements goal oriented patient care plans according to facility policies.· Assumes responsibility to report clinical limitations or the need for assistance to the supervisor.· Informs the charge nurse of any anticipated and/or actual issues/problems.Provides direction to non-licensed nursing staff in the delivery of patient care.Anticipates potential problems situations and intervenes to offset any adverse impact.Plans and coordinates time schedule with peers to provide coverage.Ensures the distribution and delivery of equipment/supplies as necessary.Builds a positive work environment and exhibits cooperation by guiding employees to support the mission of the hospital, providing developmental opportunities and encouraging teamwork.Attends mandatory in-service, yearly education, and departmental meetings.Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.Complies with schedule requirements.Licensed Vocational Nurse duties:· Responsible for providing director patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and in accordance with the Scope of Practice set forth by the Texas Board of Nursing.· Assist with patient discharges per standard guidelines -including reinforcement of patient teaching, follow up appointments and home prescriptions.· Assist with initiating, update and/or complete transfer paperwork as appropriate.· Assist with medication administration as deemed competent within LVN scope of practice and institution's policies and procedures.· Assists with obtaining of past medical history & medication history on admissions· Assists in reinforcing any and all patient education needs.· Assist with core measures and quality initiatives within the unit.LINES OF RESPONSIBILITY :Chain-of-command)1. RN Supervisor ? 2. RN Director ? 3. Chief Ambulatory OfficerOther information:CUSTOMER SERVICE:Provide excellent customer service to all DHR customers. All employees are required to attend the DHR C.A.R.E.S program which outlines the Customer Service Principals including: Commitment, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Service.AGE SPECIFIC :Employees must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirement relative to his or her age.AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: (ADA) :A. Essential Duties : Indicated by bold print within performance standards, preceding individual numbered criteria.The following table provides physical requirements that will be associated with, but not limited to, this position:Light/moderate lifting up to 20 lbs, from the floor to shoulder height. - Yes - Kneeling - YesMust be able to assist other employees with lifting more than 20 lbs. - Yes - Walking - YesLight/moderate carrying up to 20 lbs. - Yes - Standing/Squatting - Yes