Licensed Vocational Nurse - Pasadena - Pedi & Adolescence Health Center

Harris Health System is a public healthcare safety‑net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas, focusing on low‑income underserved patients across a network of 39 clinics and specialty locations.

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides patient care and education in ambulatory clinics/areas. Under direct supervision of registered nurse, APRN, PA, physician, dentist, or podiatrist, the LVN applies the nursing process to meet physical, social, psychological and spiritual needs, assists in determining predictable healthcare needs, and coordinates care with the healthcare team to optimize patient understanding of their condition and care within the LVN scope of practice.

• Education:
  
  Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing
• Licensure/Certification:
  Current licensure as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in Texas;
  Basic Life Support from a hospital‑based AHA approved program; other certificates as required by unit/service
• Work Experience:
  
  Experience in area of specialty preferred
• Equipment Operated:
  Computer, IV pumps, vital signs monitor, and other unit‑specific medical equipment

• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact)
• Other
  
  Skills:
  
  Analytical;
  Medical Terms; PC

• Weekends;
  Holidays;
  Flexible;
  Overtime;
  On Call

Harris Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.