Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Summary

Family Circle of Care (FCC) is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide comprehensive care to assigned patients and serve as direct support to Providers at our Jacksonville Clinic. This role is essential in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

(Other duties may be assigned)

• Provides clinical care as directed by RN, PNP, or Physician
• Performs patient intake and exit processes
• Administers immunizations and medications as ordered; documents in EMR
• Obtains and records vital signs, weight, and patient history
• Interviews patients to determine medical concerns and documents findings
• Observes patients for reactions to treatments/medications and reports appropriately
• Reviews provider orders, lab requests, and follow-up care with patients
• Documents services for billing purposes
• Collects lab specimens (urine, blood, sputum, etc.)
• Maintains and sterilizes equipment and supplies
• Manages inventory, including stocking and ordering supplies
• Provides nursing telephone triage and responds to patient inquiries
• Participates in Continuous Performance Improvement (CPI) initiatives
• Maintains compliance with all applicable regulations (HIPAA, OSHA, CMS, CLIA, HRSA, NCQA-PCMH, JCAHO, etc.)

Patient-Centered Responsibilities

• Adjusts to varying workloads while maintaining quality of care
• Participates in team huddles to support communication and coordination
• Provides ongoing patient education and documents care in EMR
• Follows up on labs, imaging, and diagnostic testing as directed

Lead Responsibilities

• Assists Site Manager with daily operations
• Supports staffing needs and workflow coordination
• Assists with staff scheduling and coverage
• Orders vaccines, maintains inventory, and submits required state reports
• Serves as liaison between front and back office operations

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Associate's degree or equivalent from a vocational nursing program
• Minimum one year of clinical experience preferred

Certifications & Licensure

• Current LVN license in the State of Texas required
• Current BLS Healthcare Provider certification (renewed every 2 years)
• Maintains all required CEUs and licensure compliance

Skills & Experience

• Experience with EMR systems (EPIC preferred)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Familiarity with point-of-care testing equipment

Preferred

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Core Competencies

• Strong customer service and patient care skills
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Cultural sensitivity and respect for diversity
• High ethical standards and professionalism
• Reliability, punctuality, and accountability
• Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Regular standing, walking, and use of hands
• Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds
• Exposure to clinical environments including biohazards and infectious materials
• Requires adherence to all safety and infection control protocol