Licensed Vocational Nurse

Why Children's Health?

At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.

Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.

Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

Summary:

TRANSFERRING OR HIRING ANYONE INTO THIS ROLE REQUIRES EXPRESS WRITTEN APPROVAL FROM THE CHST EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT/CHIEF NURSING OFFICER PRIOR TO OPENING A REQUISITION AND/OR EXTENDING A JOB OFFER.The incumbent in this position performs direct patient care activities in collaboration with a registered nurse in an outpatient or ambulatory setting only. This position also assists with maintaining department organization, equipment and supplies.This position may not be used in an inpatient setting.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates knowledge and competency in current vocational nursing theory; provides direct patient care as listed on LVN competency checklist; recognizes and communicates changes in patient condition or needs to RN or physician; and contributes to care plan and discharge planning.
• Reinforces health teaching with patients and families, based on medical and nursing care plan; provides appropriate emotional support to patients and families; collaborates with other health team members to ensure continuity of patient care; and demonstrates sensitivity to the needs and in satisfaction of patients, families, and other customers.
• Assists in maintaining the adequacy, orderliness, and safety of the unit's/department's environment, equipment, and supplies. Participates in performance improvement activities of the unit. Seeks and utilizes efficient and effective methods for performing job; utilizes resources appropriately; demonstrates cooperation and teamwork in carrying out assignments; and performs other duties and special projects as required.

This is a full-time position working Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

You may be required to float occasionally to other Children's Health locations including Dallas, Plano and THD Clinics.(sStart time hours can be discussed during interviews)

Education:

• Bachelors Degree

Credentials:

• Licensed Vocational Nurse
• Basic Life Support

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Graduation from an accredited vocational (practice) nurse program with evidence of an approved pharmacology course in basic or continuing education program Req

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional training beyond high school Req

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Current license to practice vocational nursing in the State of Texas Req
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course Requirements Req
• PACES certification for LVNs 180 Days Req

JOB PROFILE

• Requires experience in own professional discipline to appropriately apply own knowledge; broadens own professional expertise and acquires higher level skills
• Understands key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work
• No supervisory responsibilities but may provide informal guidance to new team members
• Solves problems in straightforward situations; analyzes possible solutions using professional/technical experience, judgment and precedents
• Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team; works within guidelines and policies
• Receives a moderate level of guidance and direction
• Explains complex information to others in straightforward situations

MANAGEMENT SKILLS

• Maintain effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjust effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.
• Use appropriate interpersonal styles to establish effective relationships with customers and internal partners; interact with others in a way that promotes openness and trust and gives them confidence in one's intentions.
• Meet patient and patient family needs; take responsibility for a patient's safety, satisfaction, and clinical outcomes; use appropriate interpersonal techniques to resolve difficult patient situations and regain patient confidence.
• Ensure that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; craft and implement service practices that meet customers' and own organization's needs.
• Develop and use collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.
• Identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities; compare data from different sources to draw conclusions; use effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; take action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
• Take prompt action to accomplish objectives; take action to achieve goals beyond what is required; be proactive.
• Deal effectively with others in an antagonistic situation; use appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people.
• Effectively manage one's time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
• Accomplish tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time.
• Set high standards of performance for self and others; assume responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self impose standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
• Assimilate and apply new job-related information in a timely manner.
• Clearly convey information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.

NON-MANAGEMENT SKILLS

• Maintain effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjust effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.
• Use appropriate interpersonal styles to establish effective relationships with customers and internal partners; interact with others in a way that promotes openness and trust and gives them confidence in one's intentions.
• Meet patient and patient family needs; take responsibility for a patient's safety, satisfaction, and clinical outcomes; use appropriate interpersonal techniques to resolve difficult patient situations and regain patient confidence.
• Ensure that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; craft and implement service practices that meet customers' and own organization's needs.
• Develop and use collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.
• Identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities; compare data from different sources to draw conclusions; use effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; take action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
• Take prompt action to accomplish objectives; take action to achieve goals beyond what is required; be proactive.
• Deal effectively with others in an antagonistic situation; use appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people.
• Effectively manage one's time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
• Accomplish tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time.
• Set high standards of performance for self and others; assume responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self impose standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
• Assimilate and apply new job-related information in a timely manner.
• Clearly convey information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.

A Place Where You Belong

We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children's Health a place where everyone can contribute.

Holistic Benefits - How We'll Care for You:

• Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.
• 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)
• Caregiver Leave
• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement

As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.