What are the responsibilities and job description for the License Vocational Nurse - Bellaire HC position at St. Hope Foundation?
We are seeking a LICENSE VOCATIONAL NURSE (LVN) to become a part of our team! You will be responsible for providing direct client care and administrative duties for primary care services.
Responsibilities
- Administer COVID-19 vaccinations and other prescribed medication vaccinations within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act in the state of practice.
- Provide patients with evidence-based information about vaccine safety, potential side effects, and the importance of immunization.
- Assist with direct patient care procedures and related tasks: check in, vitals, obtaining client history, assist with medical examinations.
- Perform essential work within Electronic Health Record system and other program data entry systems with a high degree of accuracy and completeness.
- Participate in Quality Improvement Committee activities and complete related task as assigned
- Demonstrate knowledge of HIPAA and OSHA regulations
- Communicate in a culturally competent and effective manner to clients/caregivers regarding the services available.
Qualifications
- Current Valid Texas LVN or LPN license issued by the Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners
- LVN Experience – 2 year minimum of proven work history; new grads encouraged to apply
- Experience working in primary care or family practice setting
- Experience administering vaccinations
- Good keyboard skills - 45 wpm
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions and maintain emotional control under stress
- Detailed oriented and organized
- Flexible
- Great interpersonal skills
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus
- Willing to accept COVID-19 Vaccination mandate as condition of employment.
Working Conditions
- The position occasionally requires sitting, standing and bending. Occasional very light lifting, up to 20 pounds or an equivalent weight may be required.
- Must be willing to travel to Bellaire Health Center (4 days) and Conroe Health Center (1 day)
Employment Benefits
- Paid Time Off Plan, Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision, Life Insurance, 401k (6% Match), Paid Federal Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement*, New Homeownership Incentive*, New Certification/Licensure Bonus*, Loan Forgiveness* (Note:*= conditions apply).
EEO Statement: St. Hope Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.