Job Summary
Minimum Education and Experience
Graduation from an approved Vocational Nursing school; current license to practice as a Vocational Nurse in the State of Texas; 1 yr experience as an LVN; or equivalent combination of education & experience.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Current Texas license in good standing with the Texas BON
- Two years of vocational nursing experience
- BLS Certification required
Other Qualifications
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepare patients for exams
- Assist clinicians with in-office procedures
- CLIA waived laboratory tests
- Perform venipuncture for routine labs
- Administer medications/injections as ordered
- Other nursing functions as assigned.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
- Standing and Walking: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during patient care and clinic operations.
- Lifting and Carrying: Must be able to lift, carry, and move objects and equipment weighing up to 25–50 pounds as needed.
- Bending and Reaching: Frequent bending, stooping, and reaching to assist patients and access supplies.
- Manual Dexterity: Sufficient hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills to perform clinical tasks such as injections, wound care, and documentation.
- Visual and Hearing Requirements: Ability to see and hear adequately to assess patient conditions, read charts, and respond to alarms or verbal instructions.
- Communication: Clear verbal and written communication to interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Environment: Work may involve exposure to infectious diseases, bodily fluids, and chemicals typically found in a healthcare setting. Personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided.
Physical Activities Working Conditions Additional Information
What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:
- Competitive Salary
- Tuition Benefits
- BCBS PPO Medical Insurance Options
- AD&D Insurance
- Dental & Vision Plan Options
- Long and short-term disability
- TRS Retirement Plan
- Fertility Benefits
- Paid time off
- Remote Work Options – approved by department
Special Instructions Summary Important Message
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.