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Offer: Licensed Vocational Nurse-Hourly(Pooled Position):Lamar UniversityJob description:Licensed Vocational Nurse-Hourly(Pooled Position)
Posting DetailsPosition InformationPosting Number: 20112889 Position Title: Licensed Vocational Nurse-Hourly(Pooled Position) FTE: Employment type: Staff Department: Student Health Center Position Summary Information Job Summary/Basic Function: About this function: The licensed vocational nurse (LVN) will perform nursing tasks within their scope of practice while on duty. tasks include but not limited to rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, assess and chart pertinent medical information. Assist medical providers with formulated diagnosis and treatment plan. Dispense medications as prescribed, scheduling referrals and appointments as needed. Maintain the clinic with supplies, sanitation, and equipment safety. What You'll Do - Position Responsibilities » Responsible for everyday operations within the Student Health Center medical clinic. » Perform all nursing tasks related to the care and medical treatment of the patients as directed by the charge nurse and medical providers. » Assists with referrals, follow-up care, and medication dispensing. » Collaborates with other university entities to ensure exemplary student support and success. » Maintains clinic environment for cleanliness, adequate supplies, equipment maintenance and safety. » Assists with front office coverage as needed. » Performs other tasks as assigned. Key Competencies » expertise of electronic medical charting software: Medicat preferred. » expertise of college or university clinic and campus operations. » capability to manage multiple patients and provider tasks simultaneously. » Skilled at discussing sensitive health topics. » capability to adhere to HIPPA, FERPA and other federal, state and local security release laws. » Actively participate in campus or community events. Physical Requirement » Able to lift 40 pounds and assist patients with standing, sitting, and lying. Able to execute a variety of physical tasks including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing, and standing for long periods of time. Job Conditions » Seasonally fast paced medical office. Emotionally challenging at times. Patients present with a wide variety of physical and emotional needs. Must be able to communicate effective with university students from all over the world about their health needs while remaining culturally sensitive to them. Must be alert and identify potentially emergent situations with appropriate action. Communicate effectively with students, staff and management. Who We Are: Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-located community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our skills is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture of diversity where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve. Minimum Appropriate qualifications: » Unrestricted, active, Licensed Vocational Nurse eligible to practice in Texas. » Three to five years' practice in a medical clinic or office setting » Current First Aid, CPR and AED certification » Current practice with electronic medical charting and billing software EEO Statement: Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer Veteran's Preference Statement: Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran candidates in conformity with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003. Preferred Appropriate qualifications: » Immunization compliance management and tracking » Allergy injection regimen protocol practice » Womens health, STI practice Security Sensitive Statement: This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. income: Commensurate Work Employment Type: Application Information Posting Date: 04/26/2024 Close Date: 07/26/2024 Open Until Filled: No Special Instructions: Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).» * Are you claiming Veteran's Preference in conformity with Texas Senate Bill 805, Section 657.003? PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: To be considered for Veteran's Preference, candidates must complete and email to jobs4vets@lamar.edu a Standard Form 15 located at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf to include the required documents per the instructions on the form. Emails MUST also include position titles and posting numbers for each and every position applied for. candidates WHO FAIL TO EMAIL ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BEFORE A POSTING CLOSES WILL NOT BE AWARDED VETERAN'S PREFERENCE. » Yes » No » * Do you have three to five years' practice in a medical clinic or office setting? » Yes » No » * Do you currently have First Aid, CPR and AED certification? » Yes » No » * Do you have current practice with electronic medical charting and billing software? » Yes » No Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents» Resume » Cover Letter » Certificate(s) Optional Documents » Miscellaneous Skills:
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