LVN I - Clinic at Seton Family of Hospitals in Smithville, TX

Reference:
	042104
Department:
	SFOD Smith Dorothy Annex
Job Title:
	LVN I - Clinic
Location:
	RBMG Smithville - 1501 DNL
Full/Part:	Full-Time
	Days / Evenings - 8hr
Shift:		Grade		FLSA Status
			012		N


	Responsibilities
	1. Maintains clinical expertise and competency (to include population 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 delegates the delivery of patient care provided by selected members of the health care team. 5. Coordinates and delegates the assignments of routine tasks to selected members of the clinic staff in order to keep the clinic operational to selected members of the clinic staff. 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.
	Physical Demands
	Heavy (requires lifting 100 lbs, with frequent carrying of up to 50 lbs) Balancing:............Occasionally Bending:...............Frequently Carrying:...............Occasionally Climbing:.............Occasionally Crawling:..............Rarely Crouching:............Frequently FineDexterity:.......Frequently FootControls:.......Occasionally Handing:..............Frequently Hearing:...............Continuously Kneeling:.............Frequently Lifting:..................Frequently PushingPulling:.Rarely Reaching:............Frequently Sitting:...................Frequently Standing:..............Continuously Talking:................Continuously Twisting:..............Rarely Vision:..................Continuously Walking:...............Continuously
	Work Environment
	Exposure to blood-borne pathogens is anticipated for all employees
	Supervision Received
	RN OR CLINICAL DIRECTOR
	Supervision Exercised
	N/A
	Physical Other
	None
	Other Functions
	1. Performs other duties as assigned.2. Attends staff meetings and educational offerings.3. Maintains personal education record.

Seton Smithville Regional Hospital Seton Family of Hospitals	Type	Full time	Posted	2/25/2013
	Salary	- n/a -	Starts	5/16/2013
TX - Texas (All) - Smithville	Referral	- n/a -