Clinic Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

JOB TITLE:              Clinic LVN

REPORTS TO:         COO 

JOB SUMMARY:     Under the direction of the physician, the LVN will provide assessment of, planning for, documentation on, implementation and evaluation of care for each assigned patient.

ESSENTIAL TASKS/DUTIES:

(This list is a succinct summary of core duties only. Other tasks will be assigned)

1. Ensures appropriate order of appointment and patient flow.
2. Monitors and expedites diagnostic testing.
3. Provides basic patient assessments and reports unusual results to the physician.
4. Appropriately interacts with and provides instruction to patients and family members according to providers’ orders.
5. Administers medications according to physician’s instructions and clinic procedure.
6. Performs basic nursing skills and prepares documentation consistent care plans, physician instructions, and established procedures.
7. Attends to medical records and referrals as needed or as directed.
8. Other duties as assigned.

 QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must have a High School diploma or equivalent.
2. Must have and maintain a current Licensed Vocational Nurse license issued by the State of Texas.
3. Must obtain CME’s required to keep license current.
4. Must have and maintain a current CPR certification.
5. Must demonstrate the ability to engage in effective verbal and written communication.