LPN / LVN - General

Cynet Health; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health in El Paso, Texas seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join a Med Surg unit on a 13-week contract, night shift from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM.

The 30-bed unit operates Meditech EMR, with a staffing mix of RN, CNA, and charge roles. Active LPN license and BLS certification are required; ACLS and IV skills are preferred. This role emphasizes critical thinking, teamwork, and culturally competent care in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license required.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical nursing experience.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience in Med Surg preferred.
• Willingness to work night shift with 12-hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for Med Surg patients during 13-week contract on the night shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM).
• Collaborate with CNC/Charge Nurse, RN, CNA, and sitters to ensure safe, effective patient care.
• Utilize Meditech EMR for documentation and care planning.
• Demonstrate critical thinking, adaptability and culturally competent care in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Cultural competence

Adaptability

Communication

Education

LPN License

BLS Certification

Tools

Meditech

Job description

LPN / LVN - General

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Med Surg

Duration: 13 Weeks

Shift: Night

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: Minimum 1 Year

License: Active LPN License

Certifications: BLS Required

Description:This position is for a Licensed Practical Nurse specializing in Med Surg.The role is a contract position for 13 weeks on the night shift from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM.Candidates will not be required to take call.This unit has 30 beds with a staffing ratio of 1:6.On the night shift, staffing includes 1 CNC/Charge Nurse, 5 RN, and 2 CNA, with sitters as needed.The unit is equipped with feeding pumps, IV pumps, lift equipment, wound VAC, PCA, and oxygen.Electronic medical records are managed through Meditech.Candidates must possess BCLS certification and demonstrate critical thinking skills.Preferred skills include ACLS, IV skills, ortho and kidney transplant care, and central line and Foley management experience.Experience in caring for patients with cardiac, renal transplant, dialysis, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, and diabetes conditions is also beneficial.Typical procedures on the unit include breathing treatments performed by respiratory therapists and chronic wound care.The best personality fit for this unit is someone who can adapt to a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment, providing culturally competent and diverse care.Teamwork is highly valued in this role.The dress code includes royal blue scrubs for RNs and green scrubs for PCTs.The unit has received recognition, including the Daisy Bee Award and I-CARE Employee of the month/year.This is an opportunity to work with a friendly and supportive team, including several tenured licensed nurses with extensive experience.The unit is competitive, and any additional skills can help attract top talent.