Licensed Vocational Nurse, HPN

JOB SUMMARY The Licensed Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing professional nursing care for patients under supervision of the physician or mid-level provider. 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 Associates Degree in Nursing

Minimum Work Experience:

• One-year Licensed 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 and records.
• Knowledge of management and organizational theory to supervise 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.