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Texas Children's Hospital

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - TCP Cypress

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A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.

$53,065 / year median in Texas

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

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