Licensed Vocational Nurse - FT (memorialhermann)

Job Description

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Collaborates with interdisciplinary team in the delivery of patient care, under the direction of a Registered Nurse, utilizing the nursing process.

Job Description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:  Graduate from an accredited school of vocational nursing or licensed practical nursing

Licenses/Certifications: 

• Current State of Texas license or temporary/compact license to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN);

• Certified in Basic Life Support

• Additional certifications may be required based on discipline and /or nursing unit requirements

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• Minimum of 6 months of prior LVN experience preferably in acute care setting

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Delivers safe and appropriate care to patients, according to the nursing skills inventory and the age and needs of patient/population served, within the scope of licensure.

• The LVN collaborates with the interdisciplinary team in the delivery of patient care; supporting and collaborating with the Registered Nurse in providing direction to the healthcare team.

• Participates in a systemic, interdisciplinary, and ongoing evaluation of programs, process improvement and desired client-centered outcomes.

• Considers the diverse needs of each patient through the entire continuum of care, providing and ensuring the highest level of service according to established service standards, optimizing the patient experience.

• Adheres to all regulatory and Texas Board of Nursing standards. Performs other duties as assigned, within the scope of practice and clinical competency.

• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.

• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.

• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards of providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and our workforce.

• Other duties as assigned.