LPN​/LVN - General Surgery

Responsibilities

ABOUT Texomacare

Our experienced team of physicians is dedicated to caring for all members of the family at every stage of life. Texoma Care is comprised of primary care physicians and a variety of specialists in nine local communities. Working with Texoma Care means you will work with a care team of physicians, advanced practitioners, and staff providing compassionate and quality care. Texoma Care is proud to be affiliated with Texoma Medical Center (TMC), the Texoma region’s leader in hospital services.

Texoma Medical Center is a 414-bed acute care facility located in Denison, Texas, approximately one hour north of the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex and just south of the Texas/Oklahoma border. More than 3,500 employees, 400 multi-specialty physicians, and over 100 volunteers have helped to support the hospital in delivering quality, patient-focused care to the Texoma region for over 50 years.

The LVN/LPN - General Surgery - position is responsible for performing a wide variety of patient care duties, which include:

• Assisting in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician.
• Interviewing patients, measuring vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height); venipuncture, and procedure as directed by the physician.
• Documentation is recorded in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance with the IPM guideline.
• Prepares treatment rooms for the examination of patients. Assists in covering the front desk as required.
• Executes prescribed treatments and medical interventions, administers prescribed medications, and monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response.
• Delegates as allowed under the Nurse Practice Act. Refers to and consults with physicians, other health providers, and community resources to prevent/resolve problems or concerns.
• Educates patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions.

Independence Physician Management (IPM), a subsidiary of UHS, was formed in 2012 as the physician services unit of UHS. IPM develops and manages multi-specialty physician networks and urgent care clinics that align with UHS acute care facilities. It also provides select services for the Behavioral Health division of UHS. Through continuing growth, IPM operates in 11 markets across six states and the District of Columbia.

Our leadership team, practitioners, and teams of healthcare professionals are collectively dedicated to improving the health and wellness of people in the communities we serve.

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career development opportunities within UHS

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 300 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

Education: Completion of LPN/LVN nursing training from an accredited school of nursing. Minimum of one (1) year of college or Technical School. Associate's Degree preferred.

Current BLS/CPR certification required

Current state-registered license for LPN/LVN

Work experience: Minimum of one (1) year working as a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse required.

Knowledge: General office procedures

Skills: Proficienc…