Med-Surg LVN/LPN - BAMC

Wisestaff LLC; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

CE credits

401(k)

Scrubs provided

Government contract

Job summary

Wisestaff LLC is hiring Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN/LPNs) for Med-Surg inpatient units at Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC) in San Antonio, TX. Full-time or PRN positions with rotating day/night shifts are available.

Minimum 12 months of Med-Surg or Telemetry/LTAC nursing experience within the last 24 months is required, along with an active LVN/LPN license and BLS. Benefits include paid time off, holidays, health benefits, and a path to GS employment.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months of full-time Med-Surg, Telemetry, or LTAC nursing experience as a licensed LVN/LPN within the last 24 months.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Valid LVN/LPN license from any U.S. jurisdiction.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Must be competent in neurovascular assessment, tracheostomy care, and care of patients with chest tubes.

Responsibilities

• Observe, assess, and document patient symptoms, reactions, progress, and care provided.
• Assist physicians and other healthcare professionals during treatments and examinations.
• Administer medications and prescribed treatments within the LVN/LPN scope of practice.
• Assist with patient admissions, discharges, convalescence, and rehabilitation.
• Respond to emergency situations and initiate life-saving measures as needed.
• Document patient care in the medical record according to BAMC standards.

Skills

Med-Surg nursing experience

Telemetry experience

LTAC experience

Education

Licensed LVN/LPN

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Full-Time or PRN | San Antonio, TX

Wisestaff is hiring

Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN/LPNs)

for

Med-Surg inpatient units at Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC)

in San Antonio.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

At least

12 months of full-time Med-Surg, Telemetry, or Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) nursing experience as a licensed LVN/LPN within the last 24 months.

Qualifying experience must be clearly documented on your resume.

Schedule Options

FULL-TIME | 40 HOURS/WEEKFull-time schedules are

determined by BAMC facility leadership

based on unit staffing and coverage needs. Shifts may include a combination of

4, 8, 10, or 12 hours

to reach 40 hrs/week. You must be available to work any 3–4 weekly shifts assigned by leadership.

Full availability is required, including rotating between day and night shifts every 3 months.

PRN | TWO 12-HOUR SHIFTS/MONTHPRN LVNs work

exactly two 12-hour shifts per month, no more or fewer.

Shifts are

self-selected from available day or night shifts.

Full-Time Benefits11 paid federal holidays2 weeks (80 hours) of Paid Time Off annually

, available at your 1-year anniversary56 hours of paid sick leave annuallyHealth & Welfare cash allowance

toward optional insurance benefits$250 in continuing education credits annuallyOptional

401(k)Scrubs providedPermanent government contract position

with the potential opportunity to transition to a GS positionOptional insurance benefits available through the Health & Welfare cash allowance include:Medical insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceLife insuranceGroup Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)

Why Work at BAMC?

Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC/SAMMC)

is a

Level I Trauma Center

and the

largest inpatient military hospital in the United States.

This teaching hospital supports graduate medical education, specialty care, and critical trauma training while providing healthcare to our military service members and their families.

Job DutiesObserve, assess, and document patient symptoms, reactions, progress, and care provided.Assist physicians and other healthcare professionals during treatments and examinations.Administer medications and prescribed treatments within the LVN/LPN scope of practice.Assist with patient admissions, discharges, convalescence, and rehabilitation.Assess patients for potential or life‑threatening changes and distinguish between normal and abnormal findings.Respond appropriately to emergency situations and initiate life‑saving measures in accordance with facility protocols.Operate applicable emergency and patient‑monitoring equipment, including cardiac monitors, EKG equipment, and defibrillators.Provide appropriate neurovascular assessments, tracheostomy care, and care for patients with chest tubes.Accurately document patient care and progress in the patient's medical record according to BAMC documentation standards.Requirements:Minimum QualificationsAt least 12 months of full‑time Med‑Surg, Telemetry, or Long‑Term Acute Care (LTAC) nursing experience as a licensed LVN/LPN within the last 24 monthsQualifying experience must be

clearly documented on your resumeCurrent

Basic Life Support (BLS)

certification through the American Heart Association or American Red CrossValid LVN/LPN license from

any U.S. jurisdictionGraduate of an accredited school of nursingMust be competent in

neurovascular assessment, tracheostomy care, and care of patients with chest tubesMust be able to

pass a background check for government clearanceMust have

full schedule availability, including rotation between day and night shifts every 3 monthsMust pass the

BAMC annual Cardiac Telemetry Test

shortly after orientation; study materials will be provided in advanceImportant Start‑Date Information

Because this position requires government security clearance, candidates should expect approximately

6–8 weeks after interview and approval

to complete the clearance process and receive a start date.

Meet the minimum qualifications above?