Licensed Vocational Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

Join our Team
At Urology Austin, we don’t just treat patients, we care for people. Our mission is rooted in compassion, innovation, and teamwork. As a Licensed Vocational Nurse, you’ll be part of a dynamic clinical team that thrives on supporting one another and making a meaningful impact every day. If you’re looking for a role where your nursing skills, empathy, and attention to detail truly matter, this is the opportunity for you.

Position Summary

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides direct patient care in a busy outpatient Radiation Oncology Cancer Center located in Central Austin working under the supervision of the Site Manager and in close coordination with radiation oncologists, nurses, and clinical staff. This role supports patient intake, treatment preparation, symptom assessment, in-clinic procedures, documentation, and patient education throughout the course of radiation therapy.

The LVN serves as a key communicator between patients, providers, and the care team and plays an essential role in maintaining continuity of care, patient safety, and adherence to oncology-specific clinical and quality standards. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong clinical judgment, compassionate communication, and a collaborative, patient-centered approach.

Job Relationships:

• Reports to the Site Manager
• Collaborates with Oncologists, Radiation Therapists, and Clinical Support Teams
• Supervises:
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Qualifications

• Current LVN license in the State of Texas
• Minimum of one year of clinical experience in an outpatient clinic, ambulatory care center, oncology setting, emergency department, or surgical environment preferred
• Prior experience in oncology or radiation therapy preferred; urology experience not required
• Ongoing participation in continuing education, including specialty-specific competencies as applicable
• Ability to use sound clinical judgment and communicate clearly and compassionately with patients, families, and healthcare professional
• Demonstrated reliability, flexibility, and strong teamwork skills in a fast-paced, patient-focused clinical environment

Essential Job Duties

• Serve as a patient advocate, ensuring a respectful, safe, and supportive care environment
• Perform patient triage based on presenting symptoms, urgency, and clinical protocols
• Prepare exam rooms and assist with patient intake, including vital signs, medication reconciliation, and chief complaint documentation
• Administer medications and injections, including vaccines, as ordered by providers
• Assist providers with in-office procedures such as catheter changes, bladder instillations, and post-op care
• Communicate diagnostic results (labs, imaging, pathology) to patients under provider supervision
• Accurately document patient encounters, including symptoms, history of present illness, medications, allergies, and limited assessments within LVN scope of practice
• Relay treatment plans and instructions to patients and/or family members as directed by providers
• Educate patients on pre- and post-procedure care, medications, and treatment expectations
• Coordinate with scheduling and clinical staff regarding appointment needs and care flow
• Coordinate patient follow-up care, including imaging, labs, referrals, or provider communications as directed
• Utilize electronic health records (EHR) to accurately document and retrieve clinical and patient information
• Monitor and restock medical supplies; ensure equipment is sanitized, functional, and ready for patient use
• Ensure proper documentation and compliance with clinical protocols, quality initiatives, and regulatory requirements
• Foster a culture of clinical excellence by sharing knowledge, guiding daily workflows, and supporting newer staff with adherence to protocols and standards
• Maintain compliance with OSHA standards and provide age-appropriate, urology-specific care
• Uphold patient confidentiality and adhere to clinic policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical and environmental conditions described here represent those commonly encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation…