Preschool Lead Teacher - SA - Full Time - Growing Kids Academy - Davis Highway
USPI GCSA AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, is seeking a motivated Licensed Vocational Nurse to join our team. GCSA Ambulatory Surgery Center is a fast paced ASC environment committed to producing the highest quality work and experience for patients and their families.
LVN will render a safe, effective and specialized nursing care to patients (adults to geriatric) in terms of individual needs, according to the physician’s orders and in conformity with recognized nursing techniques and the Standards of Practice as required by the Texas Board of Nursing. Functions within the philosophy, policies and procedures of the ASC. Represents and supports the ASC in a positive manner both within and outside the facility. Works cooperatively with the physician and the other staff members, demonstrating initiative, insight and judgment in decision making. This position reports to the Charge Nurse and ASC Director.
Clinical Duties
The LVN is responsible for assisting/supervising in overall ASC operations to include patient triage, visits, and scheduling, returning calls and prescription refills. Pre-Procedure and Admission to ASC to include explanation of procedure, explanation of all required patient forms, obtaining patient signatures on all forms. Correctly performs IV insertion, administers IV medications and other medications under supervision as ordered for the patient. Responsible to maintain and provide a safe, clean and orderly environment, through use of aseptic principles, consistent cleaning/disinfection of all patient care areas, and daily maintenance of endoscopic equipment. Protects patient confidentiality by adherence to HIPAA standards and guidelines. Maintains accurate and complete endoscopic records, documenting all nursing assessments, interventions and patient responses. Assures laboratory/tissue policy and procedures are followed. Initiates emergency measures as indicated. Pre and post-procedure teaching and discharge instructions. Functions within the scope of nursing practice as required by the Texas Board of Nursing. Keeps knowledge and skills current through continuing education. Reports errors of commission/omission. Assures infection control policies are followed. Anticipates and helps maintain an adequate inventory of supplies and medications. Adheres to instructions and established routines. Assists with orientation of new personnel. May be the nurse designate in assisting the pharmacist to maintain accurate records of all medications located in the pharmacy closet. Assists others as needed. Other duties as required.
WHAT WE OFFER
As a valued member of USPI, your health and well‑being are important to us. We are proud to provide you and your dependents with valuable and significant benefits. USPI knows the value of well-rounded, balanced employees, which is why we offer a variety of additional benefits to help manage life’s daily stresses.
WHO WE ARE
At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and health care systems to provide first class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner.
USPI is committed to, and proud of our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.
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Required Skills
Education/Training - High School Diploma and college degree is required; LVN license is required
Experience - 2-3 years of related healthcare experience
Required Experience
Education/Training - High School Diploma and college degree is required; LVN license is required
Experience - 2-3 years of related healthcare experience