Job Details: Clinic LVN - Seton Highland Lakes Med. Ctr.

Company: Seton Family of Hospitals – Our expanding network comprised of eight acute-care hospitals, three community health centers and four specialty care centers allows for numerous opportunities for growth for our associates.

Description: Days - 8hr
Responsibilities

1. Maintains clinical expertise and competency (to include age specific) as well as demonstrates thorough knowledge of procedures to deliver quality care in specialized situations.
2. Documents delivery of health care and nursing process in accordance with SETON's policies and procedures in a timely, accurate and consistent manner. Reports abnormal critical health data.
3. Communicates effectively and appropriately with patients, family members and other health care providers. Acts as a resource for facilitating communication when necessary.
4. Coordinates and supervises the delivery of patient care provided by selected members of the health care team.
5. Coordinates and supervises the assignments of routine tasks to selected members of the clinic staff in order to keep the clinic operational.
6. Facilitates coordination of services with the non-medical clinic staff to obtain optimum patient flow and increased patient satisfaction.
7. Acts as a resource within the clinic to other staff members in regards to patient care.
8. Participates in the committees that guide the department.
9. Assists in the development and/or delivery of orientation and/or education processes for patients and staff.
10. Coordinates and delegates the timely processing of patient referrals necessary for the delivery of patient care.
11. Participates as a team member and promotes teamwork by assisting others with patient care and department activities.
12. Promotes cleanliness and a safe environment according to the Network EOC guidelines.
13. Performs all duties in a manner that will assist in the achievement of the Network Plan and Goals.
14. Utilizes the nursing process to facilitate appropriate nursing interventions during client triage.

Minimum Qualifications

One (1) year of nursing practice in an office or clinic setting is preferred. Current Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license to practice in the state of Texas is required. Current CPR certification from the American Heart Association is required.

Skills

Working knowledge of the State of Texas Nursing Practice act, specifically as it relates to delegation to unlicensed personnel is preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Posting Date: Jul 23 08