Licensed practical nurse health care

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) TCP Cypress

We are searching for a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) TCP Cypress -- someone to gather information, assess and provide direct care to patients. Works collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team to render age-appropriate care.

Think you've got what it takes?

Knowledge of pediatric assessment and treatment

Knowledge of related OSHA and CLIA/COLA guidelines and requirements, general office tasks, confidentiality and filing system

Proficiency with treatments such as nebulizer, ear irrigation and dressing changes

Qualifications:

High school graduate, GED, or equivalent

Diploma or Certificate from a school of vocational nursing OR Documentation from the Texas Board of Nursing verifying an exception to the requirement for a diploma from a school of vocational nursing

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) by the State of Texas Board of Nurse Examiners or Compact

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from the American Heart Association

"As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards."

Demonstrates SMILES and AIDET philosophies to patients, families and coworkers

Acknowledges the customer

Identifies self

Gives customer a time expectation

Keeps customers informed by explaining all tasks, processes and procedures

Thank the customer

Adheres to Standards of Behavior

Tasks are measured by observation of evaluator

Responsibilities:

Assists with the collection of patient/family data

Provides general patient care

Administers medication and immunizations

Supports patient/families in self-management of their health through assisting with education

Triages patients

Coordinates referrals

Collects specimens and performs laboratory test

Demonstrates Creating SMILES and AIDET philosophies to patients, families, and co-workers

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