LVN – (Oncology ) Mon-Fri Days

SUMMARY:The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) is responsible for direct and telephone nursing care for patients in the Clinic. The LVN completes focused assessments of patients in suite and over the phone, assists in developing a care plan, coordinates tests and/or therapeutic procedures, implements ordered treatment(s), teaches patients in their proper care and treatment, manages medication refills and adherence to medication schedules, supports, and guides unlicensed support staff.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Primary Responsibilities1. Application of the nursing process in care provision2. Demonstrates excellent communication skills with patients and colleagues and3. Collaborates with patients, families, and other disciplines to support and maintain health goals4. Applies clinical insight in facilitating optimal care5. Identifies risk(s) and takes appropriate steps towards maximally safe outcomes6. Understands and is responsive to patients’ needs and concerns7. Interacts with patients in a caring, sensitive manner8. Demonstrates the ability to prioritize9. Possesses knowledge and ability to perform tasks, and instruct patients10. Adheres to the Clinic policy and standard operating procedures, national standards of care and evidence, and demonstrates competence in nursing skill set11. Respond to workplace changes and accepts appropriate guidance to ensure efficiency12. Documents assessments and care promptly with clarity and accuracy13. Presents and adheres to Clinic and State continuing education requirements14. Organizes and keeps patient flow moving smoothly15. Able to problem-solve, mitigate, and resolve concerns16. Communicates clinical problems promptly to physician17. Communicates identified areas for quality improvement as needed18. Performs other assigned duties as needed and assists with other clinic activities (e.g. inventory, stocking supplies, sanitizing equipment etc.)Specific Areas of Responsibilities1. Demonstrates accountability for practice in accordance with the Texas Nurse Practice Act, Code of Ethics, Practice Standards, policies, and procedures2. Adopts and maintains ethical and professional standards of licensing agencies in dealing with all associates and the public.3. Maintains confidentiality of patient medical and financial information in all methods of communication in accordance with the Clinic policy and with all applicable laws4. Provides an atmosphere of professionalism, privacy, and confidentiality in the clinical area5. Adopts and adheres to all state or federal laws, statutes, regulations, etc., related to licensure, care, and documentationBACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS:Education, Experience Equivalent to:High School Diploma or GEDGraduate of an approved school of Vocational NursingUnrestricted license to practice in the State of Texas.BLS certificationTwo or more years previous clinical experienceAt least one year oncology patient care experienceSkills and AbilitiesMust demonstrate excellent organizational and time management skills.Uses analytical skills for troubleshooting and problem solving.Physical RequirementsAble to stand at least 75% of the time;Able to lift, position, push and/or transfer patients;Able to sit, walk, carry 50 lbs., push, pull, reach, handle, bend, kneel, crouch;Has manual and finger dexterity;Able to speak and hear;Has near visual acuity;Able to speak English fluently;Has color vision and depth perception;Has full range of motion in back.