What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Vocational Nurse / LVN Orthopedic Clinic position at UT Health East Texas?
Overview
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Orthopedic Clinic Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in Tyler, TX.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better
- Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
- People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
- Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
Get to Know Your Team:
- UT Health Tyler, the flagship hospital of the system, has 502 licensed beds specializing in advanced acute care medicine. Our hospital includes a 24-hour ER with Level 1 trauma center, a comprehensive stroke center, more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups.
Responsibilities
As a LVN/LPN at UTHET, you are expected to be a competent clinician. You are experienced, knowledgeable and skilled in Orthopedics. You will be responsible for providing technical and human assistance under the direction of licensed personnel to provide care for a defined group of patients to achieve quality patient outcomes.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
- Graduate of accredited school of nursing.
- Current Texas Licensure as a Licensed Vocational Nurse
- BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care
- Healthcare experience
Preferred Job Requirements:
- Clinic experience