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Lone Star Circle of Care

Nonprofit community health centers in Central Texas

Licensed Vocational Nurse – Family

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareUpdated on Nov 14
Full-timeAustin, TX, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited vocational nursing program.
  • Hold a current and valid Texas Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license.
  • Hold current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Responsibilities

  • Obtain, evaluate, and document patient histories.
  • Measure and record vital signs.
  • Assist licensed medical staff and/or registered nurses during patient examinations.
  • Draw and collect blood samples and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis as needed.
  • Prepare and administer medications according to the Five Rights of Medication Administration.
  • Perform routine diagnostic and laboratory procedures.
  • Manage referrals, including processing, tracking, and closing referrals upon receipt of consultation reports.
  • Receive and document STAT calls from Quest and ARA, and communicate results to providers.
  • Complete data entry within the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system, including lab results, hemoglobin, and lead screenings.
  • Coordinate authorizations and identify in-network service providers for speech, occupational, and physical therapy referrals.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Previous nursing experience in a clinic or outpatient setting.
  • Experience using Electronic Health Records (EHR).
  • Bilingual English/Spanish skills.

About the Company

Lone Star Circle of Care

Nonprofit community health centers in Central Texas

Lone Star Circle of Care is a nonprofit network of community health centers serving Central Texas residents, including people with low incomes or without insurance. Its clinicians combine primary care for children and adults with behavioral health, dental and vision services across the network. Patients use clinics and virtual visits to manage ongoing health needs, while staff help them assess insurance and financial-assistance options. Clinical care is billed through public and private insurance and patient fees, with income screening used to determine sliding-fee discounts. Founded in 2001, Lone Star Circle of Care is headquartered in Georgetown, Texas.

Company size
501-1,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Georgetown, United States
Founded
2001

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