PC LVN or PC GVN W/Permit in Odessa, Texas at Medical Center Hospital

Position Summary:

Gives practical nursing care to patients and provides guidance to Nursing Assistants and Medical Assistants. Works in compliance and in accordance with clinical and nursing standards. In addition to the skills required of all LVNs, special skills related to nursing in the clinic environment are required.

Qualifications:

Education:

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

1. Training and Experience:
   
   1. 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 a clinical setting preferred. Bilingual abilities desirable but not mandatory.

Unusual Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
A. Ability to perform:
1. Heavy lifting
2. Sustained standing and walking
3. Work under stress
4. Varied work hours and shifts
B. May encounter exposure to infectious diseases.