Licensed Vocational Nurse – Refugee

Under the supervision of the Refugee Program RN Manager, the LVN is a member of the Refugee Program health care team. The LVN will be responsible for performing assigned nursing care/field tasks in accordance with policy and procedures.

Clinical Activities:
In accordance with regulations of the Texas Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners, the LVN will perform direct care in the health center, community, and home.

Interviews clients and records medical/psychosocial information in electronic medical records.

Participates in performing quality assurance and checks on lab specimens and preparing specimens for transport.

Administers/reads tuberculosis skin tests as needed.

Draws blood samples, performs vision/hearing screening, weights/heights and takes vital signs.

Assists the RN Coordinator, Midlevel Providers, Physicians, and Program Director in tracking and monitoring of abnormal lab results and reschedules lapsed appointments.

Dispenses prescribed medication according to Pharmacy D regulations and HCPH procedures and protocols.

Assists in preparing statistical reports.

Maintains confidentiality of client’s information.

Maintains knowledge of CDC recommended vaccines and administers age appropriate immunizations as required.

Administrative Duties:
Assists with inventory/replenishes needed supplies.

Arranges dated supplies in order of expiration.

Provides information to the community on the resettlement of refugees when requested.

Acts as an alternate immunization coordinator for the Department of State Health Services Vaccine for Children Program.

Other Duties:
Performs other duties as assigned, including special tasks involved in responding to an emergency event.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email.

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Requirements

Diploma from an accredited school of Vocational Nursing.

LVN license to practice by the State of Texas Board of Nursing.

Two (2) years of experience as an LVN in a public health, community health setting, family practice, clinical or hospital setting.

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.

Experience navigating through electronic medical records.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. “See Resume” will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

Experience working with refugees or global health.

Bilingual skills in another language in addition to English (Arabic, Dari, Pashto, Swahili and/or Spanish).

Experience working with EPIC.

General Information

HOURS:
40 Hours/Week.

LOCATION:
Houston, TX 77036

SALARY:
Commensurate with experience.

Based on 26 pay periods.

Additional Information – Core Competencies

Organizational Leadership

Understands the organizational mission.

Understands ethics and public good; is concerned with public trust.

Demonstrates respect for the opinions and beliefs of others.

Collaboration

Demonstrates a sense of responsibility for the success of the group.

Collaborates with others to improve quality and address needs.

Innovation

Ability to adapt to change.

Interpersonal Abilities/Personal Characteristics

Uses sound judgment.

Self-motivated.

Organizes and maintains work environment to allow for maximum productivity.

Communication

Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.

Written and verbal English competency.

Able to read and follow directions.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date.

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