Licensed Vocational Nurse - PRN

Ernest-Health; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

South Texas Rehabilitation Hospital in Brownsville, part of Ernest Health, is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to join our patient care team on a PRN basis.

Under the direction of a registered nurse, you will provide general nursing care to patients, support infection control practices, and help maintain a safe, compassionate environment for individuals recovering from serious conditions.

Qualifications

• Current state license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse required.
• Current CPR certification required.
• One (1) year recent experience in acute care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a registered nurse, provides general nursing care to patients.

Skills

Licensed Vocational Nurse license

CPR certification

Acute care experience (1 year)

Job description

Overview

Licensed Vocational Nurse- PRN- Brownsville, Texas

South Texas Rehabilitation Hospital in Brownsville, Texas provides high-quality inpatient rehabilitation services to patients across the South Texas region. Our hospital is devoted to restoring health and independence for individuals recovering from strokes, brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic injuries, and other serious conditions that benefit from intensive therapy. We offer a comprehensive range of rehabilitation programs - including neurological rehab, orthopedic rehab, and cardiac/pulmonary rehab - led by our compassionate team of specialists. At South Texas Rehabilitation Hospital, patients receive personalized one-on-one therapy, bilingual support (English and Spanish), and family education to ensure a smooth transition back to home. Joint Commission-accredited and recognized in the top tier of rehab facilities nationwide, we are proud to provide patient-centered care in a friendly environment, helping our patients achieve life-changing improvements.

We are seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through "My Ernest Journey" and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is "You Spoke, We Listened". These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Current state license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse required


• Current CPR certification required


• One (1) year recent experience in acute care setting preferred

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.


• Demonstrates awareness of current Infection Control requirements and practices


• Demonstrates clinical proficiency utilizing policies, procedures, and guidelines


• Demonstrates appropriate use of supplies and equipment


• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.


• Effective organizational and time management skills.


• Effective written and verbal communication skills.i>
  
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.


• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.


• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of a registered nurse, provides general nursing care to patients. Integrates the hospital’s mission and "Guiding Principles" into daily practice.