Ambulatory LVN - Dermatology

%3Cb%3EWHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?%3C/b%3E%3Cbr%3E%0AWith over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to %3Ca href=%22https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/newsroom/articles/year-2022/july-us-news-best-hospital.html%22 target=%22_blank%22%3EU.S. News %26 World Report%3C/a%3E, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you%27ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!%0A%0A%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cb%3EJOB SUMMARY%3C/b%3E%3Cbr%3E%0AThis position works under the general supervision of a physician, advanced practice provider, and/or nursing leadership to provide experienced para-professional nursing skills in treatment, care and safety of patients. Works within their scope of practice as defined by the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas %3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cb%3EBENEFITS%3C/b%3E%3Cbr%3E%0AUT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cul%3E%0A %3Cli%3EPPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage%3C/li%3E%0A %3Cli%3E100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay%3C/li%3E%0A %3Cli%3EPaid Time Off, available day one%3C/li%3E%0A %3Cli%3ERetirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)%3C/li%3E%0A %3Cli%3EPaid Parental Leave Benefit%3C/li%3E%0A %3Cli%3EWellness programs%3C/li%3E%0A %3Cli%3ETuition Reimbursement%3C/li%3E%0A %3Cli%3EPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer%3C/li%3E%0A %3Cli%3E%3Ca href=%22http://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/benefits/#top%22 target=%22_blank%22%3ELearn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!%3C/a%3E%0A %3C/li%3E%0A%3C/ul%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cb%3EEXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION%3C/b%3E%3C/b%3E%3Cbr%3E%0A%3Cbr%3E%3Cb%3ERequired%3C/b%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cli%3EEducation%3C/b%3E%3Cbr%3E Graduate of an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse program from approved school of nursing. %3Cbr%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cli%3ELicenses and Certifications%3C/b%3E%3Cbr%3E(LVN) LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE By Board of Nurse Examiners for State of Texas Upon Hire and %3Cbr%3E%0A(BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT Certification through a course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) Upon Hire %3Cbr%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cb%3EPreferred%3C/b%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cli%3EExperience%3C/b%3E%3Cbr%3E1 year experience in clinical setting %3Cbr%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cb%3EJOB DUTIES%3C/b%3E%3C/b%3E%3Cul%3E %3Cli%3EAdministers personal and therapeutic measures to patients as directed by physicians and/or Registered nurses. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EObtains medical history from patients through structured interviews in accordance with departmental guidelines. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3ESchedules patients%27 appointments, tests, and procedures via on line computer system or telephone, and reinforces physician instructions in person and through telephone contact. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EAssists in care of patients by preparing exam rooms for patient care, facilitating use of diagnostic equipment, and assuring availability of needed patient information, such as reports of diagnostic exams and medical records. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EPrepares and administers medications as prescribed by the physician. May start and administer intravenous fluids and medications after successful completion of approved UT Southwestern IV course and skills verification with the exception of intravenous push medications. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3ECollects information and data that can assist the physician or Registered Nurse in triaging patient phone calls following departmental protocols and documents actions in patients%27 electronic medical record. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3ETakes, records, and reports patient vital signs using medical equipment; performs procedures of low complexity such as serial specimen samples, drawing blood from heparin lock, venipuncture, and specimen collection and handling. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EDocuments patient care interventions and education in electronic medical records; ensures appropriate patient consent forms and authorizations are obtained for research and/or medical treatment. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EInspects equipment and facilities visually and physically to ensure patient safety and proper functioning. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EMaintains adequate stock of supplies on carts and in patient exam rooms as required. Orders supplies and supplemental nursing material. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EMaintains current customer service, clinical, and technical skills by attending training programs and seminars to continue level of competency and ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EAttends and participates in meetings related to clinical activities. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3ECompletes all necessary clinical documentation in a timely fashion. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EDuties performed may include one or more of the following core functions:%3Cbr /%3E%0A(a) Directly interacting with or caring for patients;%3Cbr /%3E%0A(b) Directly interacting with or caring for human-subjects research participants;%3Cbr /%3E%0A(c) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting patient records (including patient financial records); or%3Cbr /%3E%0A(d) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting human-subjects research records. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EPerforms other duties as assigned %3C/li%3E %0A%3Cbr%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cb%3ESECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT%3C/b%3E%3C/b%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cb%3ESecurity%3C/b%3E%3Cbr%3EThis position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cb%3EEEO%3C/b%3E%3Cbr%3E%0AUT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.%3C/br%3E