LVN FT Nights

ScionHealth; Harlingen, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Solara Specialty Hospitals McAllen is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide licensed nursing care under the supervision of registered nurses. The role emphasizes medication administration, patient assessment, and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.

Requirements include a graduate from an accredited LPN/LVN program, an active LPN license, and BLS certification, with ACLS possible in certain units. Acute care experience is preferred and English proficiency is essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited LPN/LVN program.
• Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse license required.
• BLS certification required.
• IV Therapy and Blood Certifications preferred.
• ACLS may be required in certain care areas.
• Minimum six months of acute care experience preferred.
• Fluent English and regular attendance are essential.

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision, administer medications and perform treatments as prescribed.
• Communicate patient status and changes to the supervising RN.
• Provide pain management education to patient and family.
• Assist with rehabilitation and plan-of-care updates under RN guidance.
• Support physicians with examinations and procedures as directed by the RN.
• Maintain professional interactions with patients and families, addressing psychosocial needs.
• Ensure patient safety and reduce risk of health care errors.

Skills

Basic computer knowledge

Organizational skills

Ability to work under stress

Fluent English

Excellent attendance

Education

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) certificate

Job description

Description

Solara Specialty Hospitals McAllen is a long-term acute care (LTAC) hospital specializing in the treatment of patients recovering from post-intensive care and medically complex conditions. Our hospital provides both intensive care and telemetry-level services, offering advanced monitoring and support for patients requiring extended medical care. With a multidisciplinary team dedicated to personalized treatment plans, we focus on helping patients achieve significant recovery and transition to the next level of care.

Job Summary

Under direct supervision of Registered Nurse, provides nursing care within the scope of licensure for assigned patients according to established nursing standards and hospital policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse administers medication, performs treatments and patient care responsibilities as prescribed.
• Consults with and keeps Registered Nurse informed of activities, symptoms, reactions, and changes in the patient’s condition with regard to assigned patients.
• Provides appropriate pain management techniques and educates the patient and family regarding pain management.
• Administers medication following the five rights of medication administration within scope of practice.
• Assists with the rehabilitation and treatment of patients in accordance with the medical plan of care, updates, and revises plan of care under the supervision of Registered Nurse.
• Assists physicians with examinations, treatments and special procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills as directed by the Registered Nurse.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.
• Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
• Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Services/Discharge Planner regarding both in-hospital and post discharge needs.
• Interprets data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group.
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Able to organized tasks, develop action plans, set priorities and function under stressful situations.
• Ability to maintain a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an accredited program for licensed vocational/practical nurses.

Licenses/Certifications

• Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse License.
• BLS Certification required.
• Intravenous Therapy and Blood Certifications preferred.
• ACLS may be required in certain care areas

Experience

• Minimum six months’ prior experience in an acute care setting preferred.