What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Licensed Vocational Nurse - Baptist Physician Network - Family Medicine West - Days position at Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas?
We are looking to add top talent to our Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas team.Join us in performing Sacred Work!Competitive benefits are offered including : Matched Retirement PlanPaid Time OffComprehensive Benefit Plan - Medical, Dental, Vision and Much More!Bonus PotentialSummary / ObjectiveThe Licensed Vocational Nurse provides a variety of patient care activities to patients of all age groups, implementing measures to promote a safe environment for patients and others. Maintains awareness of current developments, evidence base practice and trends in nursing research with a focus on the specific patient population in which they are employed.Essential Job DutiesReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Provides an appropriate clinic environment for patient care by maintaining the patient area in an orderly manner and maintaining neatness of the work environment.
- Calls patients in a timely manner to assist with questions or concerns related to their care, prescription refills, medications. Makes follow-up appointments when appropriate.
- Resolves clinical patient concerns or escalates to management as needed.
- Interacts with physician practices, pharmacies, drug reps, third party payers and other departments.
- Maintains required documentation of patient care and clinic activities in accordance with clinic standards.
- Maintains awareness of current operational policies and procedures which impact on position responsibilities. Ensures nursing skills are performed effectively according to established standards of care.Required Education and ExperienceGraduate of an accredited nursing program1 year previous experience in a physician office settingRequired License / CertificationsCurrent LVN License in the State of Texas Learn More
