LVN

Title: LVN

Employee Classification: LVN

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Health Systems

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Health Systems & Clinical Aff

Department: HSC-UNT Health Geriatrics-345500

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

UNT Health Clinical Practice Group is the academic clinical practice for the Health Science Center. Focused on improving health outcomes to build a healthier community. UNT Health primary and multispecialty care clinics are located on the UNT Health campus in Fort Worth. Our care teams extend to local hospitals, surgery centers, long-term and continuing care centers, and mobile and in-home care. The Clinical Practice Group’s interprofessional teams work collaboratively to achieve an optimized treatment plan tailored to the individual patient. Physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, physical therapists, pharmacists, social workers, psychologists, specialized technicians, and nurses work together while intentionally integrating health care students, residents, and fellows to deliver care to our community.

Position Overview

UNT Health Clinical Practice Group is seeking a compassionate LVN to join our dynamic team of healthcare providers at the University of North Texas Health and Science Center Center for Older Adults. This role requires a candidate with strong organizational skills, a wide set of interests and skill set, and strong interpersonal communication abilities. Candidate must have the ability to assess patients quickly and accurately. Exhibits compassion, understanding, the ability to work well in teams, and the ability to function in a fast-paced environment is critical for this position.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and two (2) years of related experience. A valid Texas LVN license and a current CPR (BLS) certificate are required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

A licensed vocational nurse (LVN) provides medical care to patients under the supervision of providers and registered nurses.

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:

• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Previous experience with older adults includes telephone communication, ambulatory care experience, familiarity with adult vaccine requirements, and patient rights.
• Additional experience with Medicare and Managed Medicare insurance plans.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

The successful candidate will possess the following required qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and two (2) years of related experience.
• A valid Texas LVN License and a current CPR (BLS) certificate are required.

Job Duties

• Measure and record patients vital signs, perform procedures and administer medications, injections and vaccines as ordered by clinician in the electronic health record. Assembles, maintains, and properly uses equipment in patient care delivery.
• Return patient calls, and performs telephone triage following standardized protocols and clinicians guidance.
• Gauges patients overall health status updating clinicians as indicated. Provides oversight and guidance to medical assistants in collaboration with clinic supervisor/manager. 
• Obtain insurance authorizations for referrals, procedures, and medications. Follows clinical protocols for medications refills. Completes patient forms as necessary.
• Follows all departmental and organizational policies and procedures with regard to patient safety, quality management, infection control, and human resources. Ensure appropriate legal and regulatory standards.
• Deliver culturally competent care that respects each patient's individual beliefs.
• Participate in process and quality improvement initiatives that aim to ensure patient safety and efficient clinical workflows.
• Coordination of care with internal and external partners. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

Physical Requirements

• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.
• Lifting and Moving objects up to 50 pounds.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.