About this role
We are searching for a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) TCP Piney Point-- someone to gather information, assess and provide direct care to patients. Works collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team to render age-appropriate care.
TCP Piney Point: 2450 Fondren Rd #310, Houston, TX 77063
Think you’ve got what it takes?
Qualifications:
- High school graduate, GED, or equivalent
- Diploma or Certificate from a school of vocational nursing OR Documentation from the Texas Board of Nursing verifying an exception to the requirement for a diploma from a school of vocational nursing
- Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) by the State of Texas Board of Nurse Examiners or Compact
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from the American Heart Association
- Knowledge of pediatric assessment and treatment
- Knowledge of related OSHA and CLIA/COLA guidelines and requirements, general office tasks, confidentiality and filing system
- Proficiency with treatments such as nebulizer, ear irrigation and dressing changes
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
Responsibilities:
- Assists with the collection of patient/family data
- Provides general patient care
- Administers medication and immunizations
- Supports patient/families in self-management of their health through assisting with education
- Triages patients
- Coordinates referrals
- Collects specimens and performs laboratory test
- Demonstrates Creating SMILES and AIDET philosophies to patients, families, and co-workers
Other facts
About Texas Children's Hospital
Texas Children’s Hospital is a world-class pediatric facility, nationally recognized as a top children’s hospital, and voted one of the best places to work in Houston for nine years running. We’re committed to creating a healthy community for children by providing the best pediatric care possible, through groundbreaking research and emphasis on education. We also offer a full continuum of family-centered care for women, from obstetrics to well-woman care. As a team member at Texas Children’s Hospital, you’ll work in an environment that values your voice. Texas Children's Hospital, headquartered in Houston, Texas, is recognized as one of America's best children's hospitals.
What you'll do
- The Licensed Vocational Nurse assists with the collection of patient and family data, provides general patient care, and administers medication and immunizations. They also support patients and families in self-management of their health and coordinate referrals.
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