JOB SUMMARY

The Licensed Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing professional nursing care for patients under supervision of the physician or APP.  Assists physicians and staff in coordinating patient care.  Functions as primary liaison between patients, staff, and physicians.  

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education

Completion of Vocational Nursing Program or Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Minimum Work Experience

One-year License Vocational Nurse experience 

Required Licenses/Certifications

Current state vocational nurse license 

Current CPR certificate 

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology; familiarity with health care systems, regulations, policies, and functions; understanding of documentation standards 

Knowledge of equipment, supplies, and materials needed for medical treatment; understanding of basic laboratory procedures including preparation and screening 

Knowledge of infectious disease management and control and safety standards 

Knowledge of policies and procedures related to infection control, environmental safety, and patient confidentiality 

Knowledge of medical chart reporting/records 

Knowledge of management and organizational theory to supervise the business practices including principles of employee development to train, delegate, and mentor staff; knowledge of medications and other pharmacological agents used in a clinic setting 

Knowledge in diseases and disease processes 

Skill in appropriate assessment and assistance techniques 

Skill in appropriate use of universal precautions, safe workplace, and confidentiality methods 

Skill in health information management by appropriately charting patient data 

Ability to work effectively as a team member with physicians and other staff 

Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations 

Ability to appropriately interact with patients, families, staff, and others 

Ability to flexibly respond to changing demands  

Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and direct the work of others 

Ability to communicate clearly