LVN/LPN

Texas Oncology Surgical Specialists is looking for a hybrid LVN/LPN to join our team! This position will support the Austin region.This role requires travel to the Austin Midtown, Austin South, and Round Rock offices three days per week. The remaining two days may be worked remotely. This is a full-time Monday-Friday 8am-5pm position with no weekends, call, or major holidays.

Notes from the hiring manager: Texas Oncology Surgical Specialists (TOSS) is a truly special place to work-where compassion, collaboration, and purpose come together every day. Our team is deeply committed to patient-centered care, and that commitment is matched by a culture of respect, safety, and support. Whether it's rallying around a colleague in times of need or celebrating milestones together, the TOSS team consistently shows up for one another with heart and unity. Anyone joining our team can look forward to working in an environment that values their voice and contributions. We take pride in building strong relationships and supporting each other, our providers and our patient's through every step of the journey

Texas Oncology Surgical Specialists is a specialty surgical division within Texas Oncology/The US Oncology Network that is committed to providing leading-edge surgical treatments for many diseases and disorders. In Austin and the surrounding areas we offer Surgical Oncology and Thoracic Surgery care. We provide the full spectrum of comprehensive surgical care, from testing, diagnosis, and surgery to ongoing care and treatment of conditions. Our mission is to provide high quality, patient-focused care as cost effectively as possible. Texas Oncology Surgical Specialists is committed to giving each of our patients and their families our time, attention and the highest-quality surgical care.

Why work for us?

Come join our team that is responsible for helping lead Texas Oncology in treating more patient diagnosed with cancer than any other provider in Texas. We offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401k plan that comes with a company match, a Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle, and lots of other great perks such as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance program and discounts on some of your favorite retailers.

What does the LPN do? (including but not limited to)

Under general supervision, provides general nursing care for patients following established standards and practices. Promote efficient patient flow, assists with patient care. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

The essential duties and responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Provides general nursing care to patients.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
• Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids physician during examination and procedures.
• Observes, records, and reports patients condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians.
• Administers prescribed medications as directed.
• Screens patients for appropriate information. Instructs patients in collection of specimen samples for testing.
• Responds to and refers incoming telephone calls. Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
• Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including but not limited to, vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes.
• Performs EKG and oxymetry readings as required by physician.
• Obtains blood specimens from peripheral sites as needed and in accordance with OSHA and universal precautions.
• Phones in prescriptions and makes other patient calls as required or directed by physicians.
• Maintains patient files, records and other information.
• Initiate IV fluids and IV therapeutic medications in accordance with LPN/LVN state nurse practice act

The ideal candidate for the LPN will have the following background and experience:

Level 1:

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Graduate from an accredited school for practical nursing.
• This position is entry level and requires 0-3 years experience as a practical nurse.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Current LPN state license and registration with the State Board of Practical Nursing in practicing state.
• Current BCLS certification required within 3 months of hire.

Level 2 (in addition to level 1 requirements):

• This position requires at least 3 years experience as a practical nurse.

Level Sr (in addition to level 1 and 2 requirements):

• Requires a minimum of five years experience as a practical nurse in a hospital or clinic setting.
• Current CPR certification required

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.