Licensed Vocational Nurse

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) I/II/III - Family Medicine - Kelsey Seybold Clinic: Gulfgate at Optum summary:

Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN) at Kelsey-Seybold Clinic provide nursing care under supervision in a multi-specialty clinical environment, delivering safe and compassionate care to patients. LVNs at levels I through III have progressively increased responsibilities based on experience and qualifications, contributing to higher patient satisfaction and efficient healthcare delivery. The role requires a valid Texas LVN license, clinical experience, and competency in patient care and equipment use, with opportunities for career development and comprehensive benefits.

Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic,part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation’s leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behindCaring. Connecting. Growing together.

We are seeking qualified candidates for the role of Licensed Vocational Nurse at varying levels (I, II, III). The selected candidate will be placed at the appropriate level based on qualifications and experience. All levels contribute to patient care under the supervision of licensed medical professionals, with increasing responsibilities at higher levels.

Primary Responsibilities:
LVN I:

• The vocational nurse provides nursing care to patients in an assigned clinical area, under the supervision of a Nurse Supervisor, or Nurse Coordinator.
• The LVN applies clinical nursing knowledge and utilizes demonstrated skills to ensure the safety and comfort of patients and families according to legal, organizational and professional standards.
• The LVN identifies priorities and makes judgments concerning the basic needs of multiple patients to organize care.

LVN II:

• Includes all duties of a LVN I

LVN III:

• Includes all duties of a LVN I/II

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate from an approved vocational nursing program
• Current and valid Texas LVN license
• BLS through the American Heart Association
• 6+ months in a clinical area or successful completion of a KSC LVN Residency program
• Able to use equipment and related supplies for selected patient population for the assigned clinical area. Computer experience

Preferred Qualifications

• For LVN II:

- 4+ years in a clinical area (Licensed Vocational Nurse II)
• For LVN III:
- 9+ years in a clinical area (Licensed Vocational Nurse III)

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.00 to $35.72 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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