Licensed Vocational Nurse (Port Arthur) Salary: $40,707-$44,482

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt                        EEOC CODE:  Technicians

JOB PURPOSE:  Provides nursing services under the supervision and direction of a physician, advanced practice registered nurse, physician assistant, or registered nurse.  Focuses on patient safety and is required to function within the parameters of the legal scope of practice and in accordance with federal, state and local regulatory agencies; in accordance with established standards of the Nurse Practice Act, accepted medical/nursing standards, policies and procedures of Spindletop Center.  Will be responsible for providing safe, compassionate, and focused nursing care to assigned consumers with predictable health care needs.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:  Graduate of an accredited course in licensed or practical vocational nursing.

DEGREE AND/OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED (IF APPLICABLE):   Valid Texas license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse issued by the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners.

DRIVING REQUIRED:    Yes

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Possess exceptional skills in oral and written communication using a computer and electronic medical record-related software applications, word processing, spreadsheets and specific databases.
• Ability to compose documents according to departmental and state standards.
• Ability to input data into computer, make calculations, complete paperwork, produce reports.
• Computer-skilled in the use of technology with Microsoft Office and all Google applications.
• Skilled in delivering professional customer service and detail oriented work.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize work to complete in a timely manner.
• Familiarity with community resources.
• Ability to build rapport with individuals and support systems.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS OR CONDITIONS (specify):

• May be required to interact with other governmental agencies, family members, and general public to determine needs and actions to be taken. 
• Current State of Texas Driver License or if you live in another state, must be currently licensed in that state. 
• Liability insurance required if employee would operate personal vehicle on Center property or for Center business.  Must be insurable by Center's liability carrier if employee operates a Center vehicle or drives personal car on Center business.
• Must complete all training requirements in month in which they are due.
• Availability of a personal vehicle for business use may be required. 
• Work may take place within office setting, community setting, nursing facilities and within the residences of individuals.
• Travel may be required within the 4-county service area.
• May be required to work hours outside of the M-F 8-5 framework.
• May be required to participate in on-call rotation
• May be required to participate in evacuation plans in the event of emergency and an evacuation of individuals is deemed necessary.
• Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test
• Must successfully pass all background screens as required by the state
• Must be physically able to conduct personal/business visits to include walking on uneven surfaces, climbing stairs, and standing for periods of time if required.