Licensed Vocational Nurse; LVN), Tuberculosis

Position: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Tuberculosis
Position Description

If you're looking to be a part of a collaborative environment where your skills can make an impact, explore our current opportunities in creating a better future for public health.

About Harris County Public Health

Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 1,100 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.

This is a grant-funded position.

Our Values:

HCPH embraces a foundation of progressive work anchored by the department's cornerstone values guiding our work to improve community's health and well-being.

* Transparency
- We share information openly and honestly so that staff, partners, and the community understand our actions and the reasons behind them.

* Integrity
- Our actions reflect strong ethical principles, ensuring we remain trustworthy, accountable, and consistent with our mission.

* Respect - We foster a supportive environment by valuing diverse perspectives, listening intentionally, and treating people with dignity in every interaction.

* Impact
-We focus our efforts on activities that improve health, reduce disparities, and create meaningful, measurable outcomes for the communities we serve.

* Collaboration
- We actively partner across teams, disciplines, organizations, and communities to align our efforts toward common goals.

Position Overview

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) delivers safe and compassionate care as a vital member of the healthcare team, providing patient-centered care and ensuring patient safety. This role serves patients seeking services from the TB Elimination Program, working with the clinical team to create and maintain efficient, patient-centered daily clinic and case management operations while providing comprehensive care to all Harris County Public Health patients.

The LVN operates within the legal scope of practice of an LVN and adheres to the federal, state, and local laws and regulations, as well as the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Harris County Public Health (HCPH).

Duties & Responsibilities

* Oversee a caseload of tuberculosis clients, monitoring their medical history, symptoms, and medication adherence, while documenting any side effects. Coordinate all aspects of the TB care plan, ensuring timely and accurate implementation, with prompt and precise entry into the electronic medical record (EMR) system.

* Perform clinical tasks, including (but not limited to) measuring and documenting vital signs, collecting and preparing laboratory specimens, and conducting basic patient assessments.

* Assist the medical team in tasks such as (but not limited to) physical exams and medical procedures, administering and dispensing prescribed medication according to Pharmacy D regulations, patient education, and responding to emergency medical situations.

* Receive, review, and prioritize all laboratory results. Ensure that all abnormal laboratory values are documented in the electronic medical record (EMR) system, and confirm that these values are reviewed by the medical provider for referrals or treatment as needed.

* Control patient flow through the facility during clinic visits, including discharging patients from the clinic following the medical provider's care plan and providing appropriate patient education.

* Manage medical inventory, including vaccines and oral medications, by ordering and ensuring the clinic is properly stocked.

* Participate in performing quality assurance checks on lab specimens and prepare specimens for transport.

* Administer age-appropriate immunizations and stay updated with all CDC vaccine schedule changes; assist the nursing team in providing CDC-recommended vaccinations.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Requirements

Education:

* Current license with no restrictions as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in the State of Texas by the Texas Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners.

Licensure/

Certifications:

* Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA-approved)

* Valid Texas Driver's License.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

* Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and navigating Electronic Medical Record Systems.

* Excellent communication skills (verbal & written).

* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and foster teamwork in a diverse environment.

* Knowledge of current CDC recommendations for immunizations.

* Ability to organize material, prioritize job tasks, make…