Licensed Vocational Nurse Med Surg FT Days

Odessa Regional Medical Center; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Odessa Regional Medical Center in Odessa, TX is seeking a full-time Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN) to provide comprehensive patient care under RN supervision. The role includes head-to-toe assessments, pain management, patient education, and medication administration within LVN/LPN scope.

The ideal candidate holds a Vocational Nursing credential, with 2+ years in nursing units and ACLS/BLS certifications.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Vocational Nurse program from an accredited nursing program.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in nursing units (preferred).
• C-AHA ACLS and C-AHA BLS Basic Cardiac certifications (Licenses & Certifications).

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive head-to-toe assessments and reassessments under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Assess and reassess pain; educate patients and families accordingly.
• Deliver patient care aligned with age-specific standards and needs.
• Administer medications accurately per age & clinical condition following five rights.
• Develop and implement teaching plans for patients and families.

Skills

Patient care

Assessments

Pain management

Team communication

Stroke care

Safety culture

Education

Vocational Nursing (LVN/LPN)

Job description

Job Details

Posting Details

• Posted on November 10, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location

Odessa, TX 79761, USA

• Nursing
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: LICEN036820

Description

Patient Care

• Perform comprehensive head-to-toe assessments and reassessments under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, in accordance with policy, for adolescent, geriatric, and general patient populations.
• Assess and reassess pain effectively; apply appropriate pain management techniques and educate patients and families accordingly.
• Deliver patient care that aligns with age-specific standards and individual needs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of medications and administer them accurately based on patient age and clinical condition.
• Follow the five rights of medication administration to minimize the risk of errors.
• Develop and implement teaching plans based on identified patient learning needs; evaluate effectiveness and include family education when appropriate.
• Assist physicians with procedures and perform technical and manual nursing tasks under RN supervision.
• Provide treatments and services within the scope of LVN/LPN licensure.
• Treat patients and families with respect and dignity, addressing psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and spiritual needs.
• Engage patients and families in care planning and maintain professional communication.
• Identify and communicate psychosocial needs to Social Services or Discharge Planners for both in-hospital and post-discharge support.
• Apply knowledge of growth and development to deliver age-appropriate care and interpret patient data effectively.
• Perform all aspects of patient care in a safe environment that reduces the risk of medical and healthcare errors.
• Maintain medical and surgical asepsis during treatments and procedures.
• Coordinate and supervise patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure an interdisciplinary approach to patient care.
• Respond appropriately to patients in emergency or physically distressing situations.
• Provide care appropriate to the condition and age of the patient, including adolescent, geriatric, and general populations.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the LVN/LPN scope of practice.
• Communicate clearly and appropriately with team leaders, coworkers, and physicians.
• Foster positive working relationships within the department and across hospital units.
• Maintain clinical competency in stroke care; complete ongoing education and required stroke-related competencies.
• Serve as a hospital-wide resource for stroke care, regardless of the patient’s admitting diagnosis.
• Manage and coordinate stroke patient care throughout hospitalization and post-discharge.
• Ensure documentation meets current standards and complies with hospital policies.

Safety Practices

• Promotion of a culture of patient safety which resulted in the identification and reduction of unsafe practices.
• Utilization of Culture of Safety survey responses in improvement efforts.
• Identification of risks and hazards to patients through various risk assessments, with actions taken to mitigate patient harm.
• Improvement in medication safety practices, including increased reporting of adverse drug events and improved compliance with the medication reconciliation process
• Decreased, hospital-acquired infections and improved compliance with infection control practices (including hand hygiene)
• Decreased hospital acquired conditions such as complications associated with ventilator use and pressure ulcers, through improved compliance with patient safety bundles and/or other formal performance improvement programs.
• Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.
• Demonstrates understanding of suicide prevention and patient restraints for sitting assignments of 1:1 care, frequent checks and continuous observation of patients.

Professional Responsibility

• Maintain a neat and professional appearance in accordance with the organization's dress code.
• Complete all required annual education and training.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Report to work on time and as scheduled; complete assigned duties within designated timeframes.
• Wear proper identification while on duty and accurately utilize the computerized timekeeping system.
• Complete required in-services and submit documentation promptly.
• Attend annual performance reviews and scheduled departmental in-services.
• Participate in at least 75% of staff meetings annually.
• Represent the organization in a consistently positive and professional manner.
• Actively engage in performance improvement initiatives.
• Adhere to all organizational policies related to ethical business practices.
• Promote and communicate the mission, values, and goals of the facility.

Education

• Graduate of Vocational Nurse from an accredited Nursing Program

Experience

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Nursing units- Preferred

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

C-AHA ACLS C-AHA BLS Basic Cardiac L-TX-LVN Equal Opportunity Employer

Preferred

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