LVN FT Days
About The Position
Solara Specialty Hospitals Harlingen is a long-term acute care hospital specializing in the treatment of patients recovering from post-intensive care and medically complex conditions. It provides intensive care and telemetry-level services, advanced monitoring, and support for patients requiring extended medical care. A multidisciplinary team develops personalized treatment plans to support recovery and transition to the next level of care. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the LVN provides nursing care within the scope of licensure for assigned patients, following established nursing standards and hospital policies and procedures. The role includes administering medications and treatments, assisting with rehabilitation and examinations, communicating changes in patients’ conditions, and addressing patients’ and families’ care needs.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited program for licensed vocational or practical nurses.
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse license.
- BLS certification required.
- Knowledge of medications and their 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 English reading, writing, and speaking skills.
Nice To Haves
- Intravenous Therapy certification preferred.
- Blood certification preferred.
- ACLS may be required in certain care areas.
- Minimum six months of prior experience in an acute care setting preferred.
Responsibilities
- Administer medications, perform treatments, and provide patient care as prescribed under a Registered Nurse’s direct supervision.
- Keep the Registered Nurse informed about activities, symptoms, reactions, and changes in assigned patients’ conditions.
- Provide pain management and educate patients and families about pain management.
- Administer medication within scope of practice using the five rights of medication administration.
- Assist with patient rehabilitation and treatment in accordance with the medical plan of care, and update and 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
