Sr Lic Vocational Nurse at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, Texas

Job Description:

Extended Job Title

Sr Lic Vocational Nurse

Org Level 1

Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr

Org Level 7

512101 - Dermatology Dept Lbk Genl

Position Description

Employees in this classification are experienced LVN's responsible for performing a wide variety of patient care activities in an assigned specialty or subspecialty outpatient clinic. Work is performed under the direction of a staff nurse and/or physician as part of a total health care team in providing complete evaluations to patients. Works under the direct supervision of staff nurse or physician. No delegated supervisory authority; may instruct co-workers and supervise them in the performance of special procedures. Work is performed under usual clinic conditions, necessitating a high degree of contact with patients, families and clinic personnel.

Requisition ID

39567BR

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Pay Grade Maximum

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills.

Major/Essential Functions

This position is one of the main LVN positions within the Department. Responsibilities include:

• Supports the Values-based system of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and Department of Dermatology


• Welcomes patients warmly with compassion and enthusiasm


• Work collaboratively with other healthcare team members to ensure patient needs are met


• Identifying areas of improvement and opportunities for recognition of performance excellence. 


• Assist Nurse to manage with the coordination of clinical activities


• Maintains inventory of clinical supplies in examination and procedure rooms


• Communicates effectively with patients regarding necessary treatment plans, etc.


• Ability to sterilize and disinfect medical equipment


• Assist with patient examination and procedures


• Participate in the Annual Nursing Core Competency Training and Skills Fair and in emergency preparedness drills


• Takes and records accurate vitals and participates in identifying patient needs


• Refills/send medication prescriptions according to Department Policy


• Performs other duties as assigned

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills.

Pay Basis

Hourly

Schedule Details

M-F 8-5

Work Location

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an academic setting


• Experience in Powerchart EMR


• Experience in Dermatology, specifically with the management of biologics

Campus

HSC - Lubbock

Department

Dermatology Dept Lbk Genl

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website.

Job Group

Skilled Technicians

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Required Qualifications

Education: Completion of a Board of Nursing accredited program of vocational nursing.
License/Certification: Current Vocational Nursing license in the state of Texas or the attainment of a temporary permit from the Board of Nursing to practice vocational nursing pending full licensure in the state of Texas.
Experience: At least two years of LVN experience in a hospital, clinic or community-based environment.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Navy Enlisted Classification Code

290X, HM

Army Military Occupational Specialty Code

68C

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