LPN/LVN - Acute Care & Rehab Support Specialist

Cornerstone Specialty Hospital Austin Round Rock; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals Round Rock is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide nursing care under direct supervision of the Registered Nurse. The role involves medication administration, patient assessments, and execution of the plan of care in a long-term acute care setting.

You will support rehab and treatment activities, communicate patient needs to the nursing team, and educate patients and families on pain management and care plans.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program for Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurses.
• Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse License required.
• BLS Certification required.
• IV Therapy and Blood Certifications preferred.
• ACLS may be required in certain care areas.

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse administers medications and performs treatments as prescribed.
• Communicates patient status to RN and documents changes.
• Provides pain management education to patient and family.
• Administers medications following five rights and scope of practice.
• Assists with rehab and treatment per the medical plan of care under RN supervision.
• Assists physicians with examinations and procedures as directed by RN.
• Treats patients and families with respect and addresses psychosocial needs.
• Communicates with Social Services/Discharge Planner regarding in-hospital and post-discharge needs.
• Interprets patient data to identify age-specific needs and plan care.
• Performs all care tasks in a safe environment to minimize errors.

Skills

Fluent English

Knowledge of medications

Basic computer knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Diploma

Tools

IV Therapy Certification

Blood Certification

BLS Certification

ACLS (may be required)

Job description

Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals Round Rock is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide nursing care under direct supervision of the Registered Nurse. The role involves medication administration, patient assessments, and execution of the plan of care in a long-term acute care setting.

You will support rehab and treatment activities, communicate patient needs to the nursing team, and educate patients and families on pain management and care plans.