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Licensed Vocational Nurse
Prime Healthcare · Harlingen, TX
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Overview
Position: Licensed Vocational Nurse
Department: Medical Surgical
Shift’s Available: Days
Employment Type: Full Time
Hours: 12-hour shifts
Responsibilities
- Measure and record blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation
- Help patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, and toileting
- Assist with turning, positioning, and ambulating patients to prevent bedsores and promote recovery
- Observe patients for side effects or adverse reactions to medications and report findings to an RN or physician
- Monitor patients for changes in condition (e.g., pain levels, skin color, or behavior)
- Recognize early warning signs of complications and report them to an RN or physician
- Prepare patients for tests or procedures by ensuring they understand the process and are physically ready
- Teach patients and families about basic post-discharge care, such as wound care, medication schedules, and managing chronic conditions
- Work under the supervision of RNs and report directly to them regarding patient care issues
Qualifications
- Current and valid state license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse.
About the Job
Pay Transparency
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options
- Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
- Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
- Employer 401K options
- Tuition reimbursement options
- Life, disability, and other insurance options
- Many other amazing benefits
Qualifications
- Current and valid state license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse.
- Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
- IV certification upon hire.