PT Treatment LVN

Job description

Why Join Us? The START Center is growing! We are pioneering premier Cancer Care for our patients with leading doctors, advanced diagnostics and cutting-edge therapies. We offer competitive wages, benefits, and yearly bonus opportunities. The growth of our organization and our innovative environment to treat and care for patients that have cancer make us a great match for anyone looking to begin or further their career at a company with a mission that truly impacts lives. Job Description: DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Ensures the safe administration of IV fluids and other medications in compliance with physicians’ orders. Conducts nursing assessments that evaluate physical and emotional status of patients and coordinates appropriate care and follow-up. Ensures patient and family understand the management of the disease process and the actions and side effects of the medications received. Accepts direction from RN to ensure quality care. Ensures the proper documentation of care delivered to include completion of accurate billing. Obtain vital signs, height and weight for clinic patients and places patient in clinic exam room. Performs venipuncture as ordered. Responsible for properly labeling all blood samples and submitting to lab. Cleans and maintains exam rooms with the appropriate level of supplies and maintains a clean and safe work area. Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Current LVN license issued by the Texas State Board of Nurse Examiners. Preferred 1 – 3 years of oncology or IV/infusion experience. LIST ANY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OR SKILLS REQUIRED TO INCLUDE LANGUAGE AND EQUPMENT. Ability to communicate well with physicians, staff, and patients. Good phlebotomy, venous access, organizational and time management skills required. Basic computer knowledge is also necessary.