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Baylor Scott & White Health; Hewitt (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with matching

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual starting Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Hewitt, Texas is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to provide patient care in a full-time role. Candidates will evaluate patients, participate in care planning, and work alongside Registered Nurses under Texas regulations.

The ideal candidate should have a Vocational Nursing Practitioner’s License, at least 1 year of experience, and excellent communication skills. Offering competitive benefits including health coverage and a 401(k) savings plan.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a similar role.
• Basic Life Support certification required within the first 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and provide nursing care.
• Assist in care planning and intervention.
• Educate patients, families, and community members.

Skills

Patient care

Critical thinking

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational Nursing Practitioner’s License

Job description

Job Summary

2304 Marketplace Dr, Waco, TX 76711 - Family Medicine. Schedule: Full time, weekdays 8:00‑5:00. As a Licensed Vocational Nurse, you evaluate patients, provide care, and participate in care planning, intervention, and evaluation. Focus on precision, vigilance, and patient care. Note and report any changes in patients’ conditions to your Registered Nurse supervisor. Follow Texas Nursing Practice Act regulations.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Conduct thorough assessments using clinical reasoning and best practices following the LN Scope of Practice. Your findings will help the Registered Nurse create care plans and set goals.
• Participate in evaluating nursing practice effectiveness and quality by reviewing and examining specific indicators in nursing.
• Create a caring, safe, healing, supportive, therapeutic environment.
• Manage pain, promote comfort, minimize suffering.
• Facilitate education for patients, families, nurses, and other healthcare team members, and the community.
• Work with others to implement a care plan under RN/provider direction, including team members and community.
• Employ strategies and utilize available resources to solve problems for patients, their families, and staff.

Key Success Factors

• A thorough knowledge of nursing and patient care standards and procedures.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations established by certifying bodies affecting nursing care delivery.
• Familiarity with medical terms, health promotion methods, risk reduction techniques, disease prevention and management practices, medications and their potential effects.
• Excellent communication skills, enabling the clear expression of thoughts both orally and in writing.
• Superb interpersonal skills to foster interactions with a diverse range of people.
• Ability to think critically and solve problems effectively.
• Capacity to identify and communicate any changes in a patient’s medical condition to other nurses and healthcare providers.
• The ability to offer good care to patients of all ages, while honoring each person’s unique experiences.
• Basic computer literacy, including Microsoft Office, information security protocols, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical record maintenance, and email usage.

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well‑being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott & White is the largest not‑for‑profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values Are

• We serve faithfully by doing what’s right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering an exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Your field of study should be Nursing
• You need at least 1 year of experience in a similar role
• You must hold a Vocational Nursing Practitioner’s License
• Basic Life Support certification is essential; it can be acquired within your first 30 days after joining us