Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – Full-Time | Multiple Units | Bilingual preferred

The Staff Pad•Breckenridge, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Pad is proud to partner with a leading healthcare organization in Breckenridge, TX and we are looking to hire experienced and qualified Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) to provide high-quality nursing care to ill, injured convalescent or disabled patients in the Emergency, Medical-Surgical and Ambulatory Care Services Departments. Reporting to the Primary Unit Nursing Director and Chief Nursing Officer, the LVN assesses patient needs, plans and modifies care, and implements appropriate interventions as part of the healthcare team. The LVN may need to work across nursing units based on department and patient needs and must practice within the LVN scope of practice for each department.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited vocational nursing program
Current Texas Board of Nursing LVN license or a Multi-state compact license
BLS certification required within 30 days of hire
ACLS and PALS certifications required within 90 days of hire
Ability to calculate medication dosages, IV rates, titration, and metric/standard conversions
Strong English verbal and written communication skills
Ability to follow instructions, exercise judgment, and solve problems
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, email, internet, and EMR systems
Ability to lift up to 30 lbs regularly and 150 lbs occasionally
Ability to manage stressful patient situations and respond effectively to patient and team needs
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Adaptability and ability to embrace and implement change
Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
Ability to teach, coach, and share knowledge effectively
Strong service-oriented approach and commitment to patient needs
Candidates must successfully pass a standard background check and drug screening as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of hospital nursing experience preferred
Relevant experience preferred; candidates with varying experience levels are welcome
Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

Administer prescribed medications and IV therapies; document times and amounts
Monitor, document, and report changes in patient conditions and take appropriate action
Provide basic patient care, treatments and nursing procedures per physician orders and care plans and respond to patient calls and determine appropriate assistance
Evaluate nursing intervention outcomes and collaborate with the healthcare team as needed
Set up, operate, and maintain patient care equipment
Prepare rooms, instruments, equipment, and supplies; maintain inventory
Record patient food and fluid intake and output
Prepare patients for examinations, tests, and treatments; explain procedures
Assist patients with moving, standing, and walking as needed
Direct or supervise nursing and ancillary staff as assigned
Provide patient care according to unit guidelines and demonstrate required competencies
Follow all hospital policies, procedures, Code of Ethics, and standards
Maintain patient and hospital confidentiality
Promote the mission, vision, and values of the hospital
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
Promote a positive, welcoming, and supportive environment
Perform other duties as assigned by the RN, Director, CNO, or CEO

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision, Supplemental, Life & AD&D Insurance
Short Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Wellness Program (access to the Health and Wellness Center)
PTO for eligible employees, beginning to accrue on the first day of employment at up to 2 weeks per year and increasing with tenure
Paid holidays added to the PTO bank
Extended Illness Bank providing for eligible employees
Shift Premiums and Holiday Pay
Tax-advantaged retirement savings and access to financial advisors for planning and education
Paid Jury leave, Bereavement leave and employee discounts
Training and education opportunities