LVN FT Days

Kindred Healthcare • Harlingen, TX

1d

About The Position

The Licensed Vocational Nurse provides nursing care within the scope of licensure for assigned patients, under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and in accordance with established nursing standards and hospital policies and procedures. The role is based at Solara Specialty Hospitals Harlingen, a long-term acute care hospital specializing in care for patients recovering from post-intensive care and medically complex conditions, including intensive care and telemetry-level services.

The LVN administers medications, performs treatments and patient care responsibilities, supports rehabilitation and treatment plans, assists physicians with examinations and procedures, and helps address patients’ pain-management needs. The position also involves communicating changes in patients’ conditions to the supervising Registered Nurse, involving patients and families in care planning, addressing psychosocial and cultural needs, and promoting patient safety. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program for licensed vocational or practical nurses.
• Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse license.
• BLS certification required.
• Knowledge of medications and correct administration based on patient age and clinical condition.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to organize tasks, develop action plans, set priorities, and function under stressful situations.
• Ability to maintain good working relationships within the department and with other departments.
• Good and regular attendance.
• Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum six months of prior experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Intravenous Therapy and Blood Certifications preferred.
• ACLS may be required in certain care areas.

Responsibilities

• Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, administer medications and perform treatments and patient care responsibilities as prescribed.
• Keep the Registered Nurse informed about activities, symptoms, reactions, and changes in assigned patients’ conditions.
• Provide pain-management techniques and educate patients and families about pain management.
• Administer medications according to the five rights of medication administration and within the scope of practice.
• Assist with patient rehabilitation and treatment in accordance with the medical plan of care, and update or revise the plan under Registered Nurse supervision.
• Assist physicians with examinations, treatments, and special procedures; perform technical and manual services as directed by the Registered Nurse.
• Treat patients and families with respect and dignity, and identify and address their psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious or spiritual needs.
• Interact professionally with patients and families and involve them in forming the plan of care.
• Communicate with Social Services or the Discharge Planner about patients’ in-hospital and post-discharge needs.
• Interpret patient-status data to identify age-specific needs and provide appropriate care.
• Perform patient care in a manner that optimizes safety and reduces the likelihood of medical or health-care errors.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree