LPN / LVN
Dallas County
Dallas, TX
Sign-On Bonus

LVN III.3000300

Provides nursing care to patients in the field, which includes giving and reading skin tests, and dispensing medications to support medical objectives. Visits patients in homes and in scheduled nursing clinics and provides nursing services according to protocol. Performs venipuncture, dispenses medication, collects sputum, and gives injections. Maintains records according to protocol. Follows up on patients who miss scheduled appointments. Screens and investigates contacts according to procedure. Provides and delivers medications as needed and monitors drug compliance. Schedules patients by treatment regime and maintains up-to-date tickler files. Educates patients on transmission and pathogenesis of tuberculosis and on compliance with prescribed treatment. Assembles dot packs and coordinates distribution according to protocol. Performs other duties as assigned. Graduation from an accredited high school/GED program. Completion of an accredited LVN program. No experience required. Licensed in the State of Texas as a vocational nurse. Skilled in the use of standard software applications. Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, departments and the general public. Must possess a valid Texas driver's license, with a good driving record. Must be able to walk, stand and sit for prolonged periods. Requires the ability to lift weights in excess of 50 lbs., assisted. An extensive pre-employment background investigation will be conducted on all applicants who have been offered a position with Dallas County. The hiring process involves successful completion of each step. The steps include: Criminal History Review, Traffic Violations Record, Review of Personal History Statement and Documents, Physical Examination, and Background Investigation. Dallas County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, National Service Alumni volunteers, and persons with a criminal background are encouraged to apply.