LVN II — Night-Shift Nurse, Public Health Impact

Texas Department of State Health Services; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 51,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Department of State Health Services is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse II in San Antonio to provide high-quality nursing care at the Texas Center for Infectious Disease. The role involves patient assessment, medication administration, and implementing care plans under RN supervision.

Essential duties include collaboration with the care team, infection control, patient education, and participation in disaster response and COOP activities as required.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Licensed Vocational Nurse by the State of Texas or a state that recognizes reciprocity through the Nurse Licensure Compact.
• New graduates welcome to apply.
• Must have graduated from an accredited LVN program.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered care including medication administration and monitoring.
• Assist medical providers during exams and procedures and coordinate with the care team.
• Maintain infection control and manage equipment and supplies.
• Educate patients and families and participate in discharge planning.
• Participate in disaster response and COOP activation as needed.

Skills

Communication

Nursing procedures

Patient care

Education

LVN program graduation

Job description

Texas Department of State Health Services is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse II in San Antonio to provide high-quality nursing care at the Texas Center for Infectious Disease. The role involves patient assessment, medication administration, and implementing care plans under RN supervision.

Essential duties include collaboration with the care team, infection control, patient education, and participation in disaster response and COOP activities as required.