What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Vocational Nurse (Tuberculosis) position at 22nd Century Technologies Inc.?
Job Title: Licensed Vocational Nurse Case Manager
Location: Houston, TX 77091
Job Type: Contract 6 Months
Job Mode: On-Site
Hiring Time: ASAP
Shift hours: Monday-Friday 7:45am-4:45pm
Overview:
The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) delivers safe and compassionate care as a vital member of the healthcare team, providing patient-centered care and ensuring patient safety. This role serves patients seeking services from the TB Elimination Program, working with the clinical team to create and maintain efficient, patient-centered daily clinic and case management operations while providing comprehensive care to all patients. The LVN operates within the legal scope of practice of an LVN and adheres to the federal, state, and local laws and regulations, as well as the policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Daily Responsibilities:
- Oversee a caseload of tuberculosis clients, monitoring their medical history, symptoms, and medication adherence, while documenting any side effects. Coordinate all aspects of the TB care plan, ensuring timely and accurate implementation, with prompt and precise entry into the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
- Perform clinical tasks, including (but not limited to) measuring and documenting vital signs, collecting and preparing laboratory specimens, and conducting basic patient assessments.
- Assist the medical team in tasks such as (but not limited to) physical exams and medical procedures, administering and dispensing prescribed medication according to Pharmacy D regulations, patient education, and responding to emergency medical situations.
- Receive, review, and prioritize all laboratory results. Ensure that all abnormal laboratory values are documented in the electronic medical record (EMR) system, and confirm that these values are reviewed by the medical provider for referrals or treatment as needed.
- Control patient flow through the facility during clinic visits, including discharging patients from the clinic following the medical provider's care plan and providing appropriate patient education.
- Manage medical inventory, including vaccines and oral medications, by ordering and ensuring the clinic is properly stocked.
- Participate in performing quality assurance checks on lab specimens and prepare specimens for transport.
- Administer age-appropriate immunizations and stay updated with all CDC vaccine schedule changes; assist the nursing team in providing CDC-recommended vaccinations.
Minimum Requirements:
Associates Degree or diploma in Nursing
Current license with no restrictions as an LVN in the State of Texas by the Texas Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners
-Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified (AHA approved)
-One (1) year of experience as an LVN in an outpatient clinic or related setting
-Valid TX Driver's License
-Bilingual (English/Spanish/or other language), preferred
Salary : $36
