Licensed Vocational Nurse II
Licensed Vocational Nurse II
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Job Description
Job Title
Licensed Vocational Nurse IIAgency
Texas A&M University Health Science CenterDepartment
School Of NursingProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
College Station TexasJob Type
Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)Job Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect Excellence Leadership Loyalty Integrity and Selfless Service.
Who we are
As one of the fastestgrowing academic health centers in the nation theTexas A&M University Health Science Centerencompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education innovative research and teambased health care delivery.
What we want
The Licensed Vocational Nurse II provides an advanced level of paraprofessional nursing care and treatment to the patients involved with the TRISH research study. The purpose of this study is to advance scientific knowledge and understanding of the challenges that occur through human deep space exploration.
What you need to know
Salary:
commensurate to selected hires experience
Required Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
Completion of vocational nurse program
Two years of related experience in patient care
Required Licenses and Certifications:
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Required Special Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of standard nursing procedures and processes. Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding. Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
Preferred Qualifications:
Two or more years of experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
Other Requirements and Factors:
This position is temp/casual based on the research needs.
This position is primarily evening and nights with the possibility of daytime shifts.
This position is funded from grant and/or contract funding which is renewed under the provisions of the grantor of the contract. This position therefore is contingent upon continuation of funding of these grants and/or contracts and satisfactory job performance.
Responsibilities
Research Participant Care:
Provides patient care activities to research subjects including measuring vital signs assessing patient conditions dispensing medications as needed obtaining and transferring laboratory specimen documenting testing and results in medical records and documenting nursing activities in electronic medical records
Acts as the liaison between medical providers and patients
Communicates with patients to assess needs and changes
Assists Physicians in maintaining electronic medical records and updates as needed
Assists in follow up of patient care communicates with patients and documents medical records of these activities.
Assures cleanliness and prevention of spread of infection in patient care areas clean exam and treatment rooms exam table countertops and doorknobs
Assists with inventory office equipment and maintenance as needed
Assists in the organization and upkeep of central nurse stations
Files lab requests and results and distributes lab results to Physicians as needed
Obtains clinical reports from affiliated organizations as needed
All positions are securitysensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Employment Type
Part-Time
