Full Time Nurse (RN/LVN) - Fredericksburg

Frontera Healthcare • Fredericksburg, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Frontera Healthcare Network, we aim to elevate the standard for rural healthcare by providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible healthcare services to the communities we serve. We are actively searching for a highly skilled and driven Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to become a valued member of our Fredericksburg team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the well-being of individuals and families by bringing the community direct access to medical services they otherwise would not have.
Along with offering a competitive salary, Frontera boasts a considerable benefits package including:
· Generous starting paid time off (PTO)
· PTO for designated Holidays
· Matching contributions to a 401k retirement savings plan
· Life insurance policy paid in full by Frontera
· Health insurance with a comprehensive scope that includes access to coverage for both vision and dental
As Frontera continues to grow, we offer ample opportunities for leadership and career advancement. The employee-centric culture of our organization is committed to helping each employee reach their full potential. Moreover, the close-knit communities we serve appreciate individual contributions to community development, providing a chance to make a difference in society beyond the work environment. Frontera is leading the way in community care and we are excited to add a passionate RN/LVN to contribute to our team.
Job Summary
The Staff Nurse is an integral part of the health care team. The Staff Nurse assists the healthcare team in a professional manner in the community health center setting.
Responsibilities include administering quality nursing care, immunization, and health education to patients of all ages in accordance with established nursing standards; assisting in the lab and pharmacy as appropriate; and working with all health center personnel to ensure an efficient and safe environment of care.

Requirements

• Knowledge of basic principles of health promotion, prevention, and motivation.
• Knowledge of protocols in general and an ability to quickly gain specific knowledge of the Center’s current operational protocols.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and appropriate abbreviations.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the Texas Nursing Practice Act.
• Ability to read and comprehend medical instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to effectively present information in small group situations to patients, Center staff, and the general public.
• Ability to prepare statistical and administrative reports.
• Ability to work cooperatively with community agency personnel to coordinate services for patients.
• Ability to use a glucometer and interpret the results.
• Ability to use office equipment including, but not limited to, computers, fax machines, telephones, and copiers.
• Ability to prioritize and allocate resources.
• Registered Nurse degree from an accredited school of nursing.
• Current unrestricted license from the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners to practice as a registered nurse (RN) in the State of Texas
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Healthcare Professionals Certification
• The employee must be able to lift and / or move more than 50 pounds. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye / hand coordination. Requires sitting, standing, and walking for extensive periods of time. Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours. Requires frequent exposure to communicable diseases, body fluids, toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a clinic environment. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to work with a moderate noise level in the work environment is required.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish speaking and writing skills
• One (1) year of practice experience as an RN given direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical services.
• Provides clinical oversight under the supervision of the Nursing Supervisor.
• Fulfills administrative duties.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous starting paid time off (PTO)
• PTO for designated Holidays
• Matching contributions to a 401k retirement savings plan
• Life insurance policy paid in full by Frontera
• Health insurance with a comprehensive scope that includes access to coverage for both vision and dental
• ample opportunities for leadership and career advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed