Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Med Surg

• Provides nursing care using the nursing process under the direction of the Registered Nurse; fulfills role within defined role expectation of Board of Nursing and BHS
• Reports pertinent patient information to Nurse(s) and documents according to established guidelines
• Implements plan of care by providing and evaluating individualized nursing care
• Provides for the physical comfort and safety of patients, visitors, and members of the health care team including infection control and handling of hazardous materials
• Documents all plans and care provided
• Prioritizes and sequences work activities and delivery of nursing care to patients that ensures the patient’s comfort, safety and progress toward established goals
• Calculates accurately and administers safely medication within scope of practice
• Coordinates and collaborates with multidisciplinary team members in the planning and management of patient care
• Participates in discharge planning; provides instruction to patient/family
• Maintains and promotes professional standards and development by participating in inservices, committees, and staff meetings.
• Demonstrates commitment to Performance Improvement
• Serves as a role model for compassionate care and service excellence
• Recognizes and reports changes in patient condition
• Manages patient hand-offs at shift change and between department and facilities; utilizes documentation tools for hand-offs as required
• Facilitates patient movement within the department and through the facility, proactively supporting timely admissions, discharges and transfers
• Provides every patient the defined standard of care
• Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively
• Maintains safe environment
• Addresses patient population-specific needs
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities

MINIMUM EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of vocational nursing.
PREFERRED EDUCATION:
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: LVN in an acute care setting.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Possession of current Texas State License for Licensed Vocational Nurse
PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE:
REQUIRED COURSES/COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR):

• Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support on hire (ARC or AHA); however, must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.
• AHA PALS must be completed within 60 days of hire or transfer into role (EMERGENCY ROOM)
• S.T.A.B.L.E. – Level 2 Nursery-Must provide proof of prior completion or obtain within 6 months of hire or transfer date into unit (Renewal is not required).
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention must be completed within 60 days of hire or transfer into role (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH and EMERGENCY ROOM)