ICU/LPN Nurse: Critical Care & Step-Down (PCU)

Baylor Scott & White Health LLC; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerus is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our team. The LVN provides safe, compassionate nursing care to assigned patients with predictable health needs, under RN supervision, following the patient’s plan of care and state nurse practice act.

The role requires an active LVN/LPN license, at least two years of acute care experience, BLS and ACLS certification, and completion of Pedagogy IV within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Current LVN/LPN license in the state of practice.
• Two years of LVN/LPN experience in an acute care setting.
• BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association.
• Pedagogy IV Certification must be completed within 30 days of hire.
• Fluency in English with strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate nursing care to assigned patients as directed by the RN and the patient’s plan of care in accordance with state nurse practice act and policies.
• Administer medications in accordance with organizational policies.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation of patient care reflecting the plan of care.
• Perform focused patient assessments per policy and act on findings.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary health care team for patient-centered plans of care.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and adhere to infection control guidelines.

Skills

English fluency

Communication skills

Education

LVN/LPN license

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Emerus is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our team. The LVN provides safe, compassionate nursing care to assigned patients with predictable health needs, under RN supervision, following the patient’s plan of care and state nurse practice act.

The role requires an active LVN/LPN license, at least two years of acute care experience, BLS and ACLS certification, and completion of Pedagogy IV within 30 days of hire.