Licensed Vocational Nurse - MedSurg - Nights

Full‑Time Nights (7p-7a)

Job Summary:

Provides direct and indirect patient care in the medical–surgical setting. Communicates with physicians, supervisors, and co-workers as appropriate about changes in patient’s clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Responds quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Performs general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision.

• Ability to perform a head‑to‑toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy.
• Ability to assess and reassess pain, utilize appropriate pain‑management techniques, and educate patients and families regarding pain management.
• Ability to revise plan of care indicated by the patient’s response to treatment and evaluate overall effectiveness.
• Perform waived testing (point‑of‑care testing, glucometers) per Clinical Laboratory and resident care unit policies and procedures.
• Interpret results of waived tests and take appropriate action.
• Perform patient care responsibilities considering the standard of care for patient’s age.
• Knowledge of medications and correct administration based on age and clinical condition.
• Follow the six medication rights and reduce medication errors.
• Reinforce a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluate effectiveness; involve family as appropriate.
• Assist physicians with procedures and provide services requiring technical and manual skills.
• Perform treatments and provide services up to level of licensure.
• Understand principles of growth and development across the lifespan and provide age‑appropriate care.
• Ensure patient safety and reduce medical/healthcare errors; support a culture of quality and safety.
• Consult other departments for an interdisciplinary approach to patient needs.
• Communicate clearly to Nurse Director/Supervisor, co‑workers and physicians.
• Identify and address psychosocial needs of patients and families; communicate with Case Management regarding hospital and post‑discharge needs.
• Documentation meets current standards and policies.
• Manage and operate equipment safely and correctly.
• Coordinate and supervise patient care as necessary.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

• Basic computer skills.

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Current LVN license in the State of Texas.
• Current BLS certification.
• IV competency certified.
• ACLS certification within 90 days.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Additional languages a plus.

• Ability to lift 50 lbs alone and 150 lbs with assistance.
• May be required to assist with patients or equipment up to 500 lbs.
• Ability to push, pull, lift, bend, kneel, twist and reach above shoulder level.