Position Summary:

The LVN assists the physician and mid-level practitioners in providing quality care as delegated. This individual is also cross-trained to assist in clerical tasks and phlebotomy.

Qualifications:

A. Education:

Holds a current Texas permit or license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse.

B. Training and Experience:

1. Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association upon hire or transfer to department.

2. Minimum of six months experience working as an LVN preferred; one year of experience in an ambulatory setting preferred. Bilingual abilities desirable but not mandatory.

 Unusual Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

A. Must be able to work under stressful conditions.

B. Potential exposure to hazardous substances, cytotoxic agents and disease.

C. May have varied work hours.

D. Sustained standing and walking.