What are the responsibilities and job description for the LVN position at The Family Place?
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Description
OUR MISSION
The Family Place empowers survivors of family violence by providing safe housing, counseling, and skills that create independence while building community engagement and advocating for social change to stop family violence.
Step into a meaningful career as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) with our passionate non-profit clinic! Join a team dedicated to empowering victims of domestic violence and their families. In this role, you'll provide hands-on care in a compassionate environment, making a real difference in the health and healing journey of those we serve.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Provide nursing care, including health assessments, medication administration, wound care, and basic health education
- Assist with age-appropriate care, including growth assessments, immunizations, and treatment for minor illnesses.
- Maintain accurate and confidential patient records within our EMR system, adhering to HIPAA standards.
- Coordinate care with counselors, social workers, and other healthcare team members to meet the holistic needs of patients.
- Help maintain a safe, organized clinic environment and assist with inventory and equipment maintenance.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- 2 years minimum of clinical experience, preferably with vulnerable or diverse populations.
- Basic knowledge of direct patient care, health assessments, and documentation.
- Compassionate and respectful approach to individuals affected by domestic violence.
- Effective communication skills with the ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team.
- Familiarity with EMR systems and basic computer skills.
Required Licenses and Certifications: Current and valid LVN Texas State or Compact license. Graduation from an accredited vocational nursing program.
Working Environment:
- Full-time position may include occasional evenings or weekends based on agency, shelter, and/or client requirements.
More About US:
At The Family Place, we embrace and live our values: TEAM
- Together: We believe that collaboration is key to our success. Foster a supportive environment, build trust, act with integrity, and expect transparent communication
- Excellence: We are known for our compassion and commitment to excellence, acting with urgency, and advocating for our clients and community
- Accountable: Responsible for our actions and decisions. We accept responsibility rather than blame others. Builds relationships to drive results
- Mission-Focused: Clients come first. Service is our passion experienced with empathy and compassion
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Agency-paid short-term disability (60% salary replacement up to 11 weeks)
- Multiple Life, AD&D, and Hospitalization in life insurance options
- Retirement options through: 403b, agency matching, and HAS accounts
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- Professional development opportunities.
- Benefits referenced above for FT employees.
Are you ready to join us in the fight to end domestic violence?
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Disclaimer:
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The Family Place reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
