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EDUCATION/EXPERIENCEThree years recent experience in general patient care and successful completion of a 3-month probation period is required. Verification of course completion in accordance with all American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support and Health Care Provider guidelines is required. ?LICENSURECurrent LVN licensure in the State of Texas is required.
UH
University Health
Lvn Ambulatory Prn
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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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SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIESProvides skilled direct patient care (dialysis) and monitoring of renal dialysis patients. Operates all renal dialysis equipment and recognizes changes in the renal patient's condition while on dialysis. Administers medications and accesses hemodialysis catheters for the patient care techs as assigned.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCEThree years recent experience in general patient care and successful completion of a 3-month probation period is required. Verification of course completion in accordance with all American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support and Health Care Provider guidelines is required. ?LICENSURECurrent LVN licensure in the State of Texas is required.