What are the responsibilities and job description for the LVN - Neurology - Full Time position at Titus Regional Medical Center?
Job: LVN
Classification: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Job Category: 3 Technicians
Position Summary
LVNs work under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians to provide basic bedside care to patients. They also assist in monitoring, observing, and communicating with patients and their families about medication, at-home care, and preventative lifestyle changes.
Essential Functions
-Planning and managing patient care according to each patient’s needs
-Interviewing patients and recording their medical history
-Obtaining patient vital signs and escorting patients to their rooms
-Administering injections of medications
-Verifying that patient charts are updated promptly and accurately
-Observing and recording patients’ conditions and reactions to medications and treatments
-Adheres to and follows all patient experience initiatives
-On call duties required
-Reports to and departs from work on time and as scheduled
-Performs other duties as assigned
-Must be able to deal with stress while maintaining composure
-Follows and adheres to TRMC vaccine policy(s) mandated by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Work Experience
-At least one year of experience in a clinical setting preferred.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse, currently licensed to practice in the State of Texas required.
-BLS (Basic Life Support) within 30 days of hire date required.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Lifting/Carrying Pushing/Pulling
Lbs. % Time Lbs. % Time
1-10 34-66 1-10 34-66
11-20 0-33 11-20 0-33
21-50 0-33 21-50 0-33
51-75 0-33 51-75 0-33
76-100 0-33 76-100 0-33
Movement % Time
Bend/Stoop/Twist 0-33
Crouch/Squat 0-33
Kneel/Crawl 0-33
Reach above Shoulder 0-33
Reach below Shoulder 34-66
Repetitive Arm 0-33
Repetitive Hand 34-66
Grasping 0-33
Squeezing 0-33
Climb Stairs 0-33
Walking Uneven 0-33
Walking Even 34-66
Environment % Time
Indoors 67-100
Outdoors 0-33
Extreme Heat None
Dusty None
Excessive Noise 0-33
Equipment % Time
Motor Vehicles None
Foot Pedals None
Extreme Heat None
Dusty None
Excessive Noise 0-33
Work near % Time
Machinery 0-33
Electricity 0-33
Sharps 34-66
Chemicals 0-33
Fumes 0-33
Heights None
Vision
Depth Perception Required
< 20" Required
Color Not Required
Peripheral Required
Endurance Hours at Once Total in 12HR
Sit 1 3
Stand 4 4.5
Walk 4 4.5
Classification: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Job Category: 3 Technicians
Position Summary
LVNs work under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians to provide basic bedside care to patients. They also assist in monitoring, observing, and communicating with patients and their families about medication, at-home care, and preventative lifestyle changes.
Essential Functions
-Planning and managing patient care according to each patient’s needs
-Interviewing patients and recording their medical history
-Obtaining patient vital signs and escorting patients to their rooms
-Administering injections of medications
-Verifying that patient charts are updated promptly and accurately
-Observing and recording patients’ conditions and reactions to medications and treatments
-Adheres to and follows all patient experience initiatives
-On call duties required
-Reports to and departs from work on time and as scheduled
-Performs other duties as assigned
-Must be able to deal with stress while maintaining composure
-Follows and adheres to TRMC vaccine policy(s) mandated by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Work Experience
-At least one year of experience in a clinical setting preferred.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse, currently licensed to practice in the State of Texas required.
-BLS (Basic Life Support) within 30 days of hire date required.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Lifting/Carrying Pushing/Pulling
Lbs. % Time Lbs. % Time
1-10 34-66 1-10 34-66
11-20 0-33 11-20 0-33
21-50 0-33 21-50 0-33
51-75 0-33 51-75 0-33
76-100 0-33 76-100 0-33
Movement % Time
Bend/Stoop/Twist 0-33
Crouch/Squat 0-33
Kneel/Crawl 0-33
Reach above Shoulder 0-33
Reach below Shoulder 34-66
Repetitive Arm 0-33
Repetitive Hand 34-66
Grasping 0-33
Squeezing 0-33
Climb Stairs 0-33
Walking Uneven 0-33
Walking Even 34-66
Environment % Time
Indoors 67-100
Outdoors 0-33
Extreme Heat None
Dusty None
Excessive Noise 0-33
Equipment % Time
Motor Vehicles None
Foot Pedals None
Extreme Heat None
Dusty None
Excessive Noise 0-33
Work near % Time
Machinery 0-33
Electricity 0-33
Sharps 34-66
Chemicals 0-33
Fumes 0-33
Heights None
Vision
Depth Perception Required
< 20" Required
Color Not Required
Peripheral Required
Endurance Hours at Once Total in 12HR
Sit 1 3
Stand 4 4.5
Walk 4 4.5
