LVN

Baylor Scott & White Health; Woodway (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%

Debt-free tuition assistance

Immediate access to time off benefits

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Woodway, TX is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join the team. In this role, you will evaluate patients, provide care, and collaborate with healthcare professionals. Ideal candidates will have a background in Nursing, a Vocational Nursing License, and strong interpersonal skills. The position offers full-time hours and competitive benefits starting on day one.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in a similar role.
• Experience in Pediatrics is a plus.
• Field of study should be Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and provide care according to the LVN scope of practice.
• Note and report changes in patients' conditions to the RN supervisor.
• Educate patients, families, and other healthcare team members.

Skills

Thorough knowledge of nursing standards

Strong interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Basic computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational Nursing Practitioner's License

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

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Job Summary – LVN

Location: 120 Hillcrest Medical Blvd, Waco, TX 76712 – McLane's Pediatric

Schedule: Full-time, Weekdays (M-F, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) with some Saturdays. Schedule may change to 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. or 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. in the future. This position may float to other McLane clinics in Waco & Temple as coverage is needed.

Role overview: As a Licensed Vocational Nurse, you play a crucial role in the healthcare team. You evaluate patients, provide care, and participate in care planning, intervention, and evaluation. You will note and report changes in patients\' conditions to your Registered Nurse supervisor and follow Texas Nursing Practice Act regulations.

There are 7 McLane clinics located in Waco & Temple; this role may float to any as coverage is needed.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Conduct thorough assessments using clinical reasoning and best practices following the LVN 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 indicators in nursing.
• Create a caring, safe, healing, supportive, therapeutic environment.
• Manage pain, promote comfort, and minimize suffering.
• Educate patients, families, nurses, and other healthcare team members, as well as the community.
• Work with others to implement a care plan under RN/provider direction, including team members and the community.
• Employ strategies and utilize available resources to solve problems for patients, their families, and staff.

Key Success Factors

• Thorough knowledge of nursing and patient care standards and procedures.
• Familiarity with regulations established by certifying bodies and their impact on nursing care delivery.
• Knowledge of medical terms, health promotion, risk reduction, disease prevention and management, medications and their effects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage with a diverse range of people.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to identify and communicate changes in a patient\'s condition to other nurses and healthcare providers.
• Ability to provide quality care to patients of all ages, respecting individual experiences.
• Basic computer literacy (Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling/payroll systems, electronic medical records, email).

About Us

Baylor Scott & White Health promotes the well-being of individuals, families, and communities. It is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas, empowering you to live well.

Our Core Values

• 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.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Field of study should be Nursing
• At least one year of experience in a similar role
• Experience in Pediatrics is a plus
• Vocational Nursing Practitioner\'s License
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is essential or obtainable within 30 days of joining

Benefits

• Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
• Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
• Debt-free tuition assistance for eligible programs
• Immediate access to time off benefits

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

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

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