Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Position Overview

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) role will involve providing care in a MedSurg/Tele unit, focusing on delivering high-quality patient care and support. This is a 13-week contract position requiring night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM.

Unit Information

Location: South Austin, TX

• Number of Beds: 34
• Number of Staff: 54
• Patient Ratios: 1:6
• Type of Staff:
  • Day Shift – 1 CNC, 3 RNs, 3 LVNs, 3 PCTs, 1 UC
  • Night Shift – 1 CNC, 3 RNs, 3 LVNs, 3 PCTs

Essential Qualifications

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• IV Certification for LVNs

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• National Institutes of Health (NIH) Stroke Scale certification

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough MedSurg assessments
• Administer medications and perform pharmacological assessments
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to provide optimal patient care
• Assist with common procedures including dialysis, CBI, gastric decompression, and wound care

Equipment and Technology

• Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor
• Computers on Wheels (COWs)
• Hoyer lifts
• PCA pumps
• CareView Virtual Sitter, Telepsych, and Teleneuro technologies

Best Personality Fit

Ideal candidates should be team-oriented and self-motivated, ready to contribute positively to the team environment.

Dress Code

• Scrub Color: Navy
• No hoop nose piercings allowed

Awards and Recognition

This unit has received multiple ICARE awards and recognition based on patient feedback for exceptional service and care.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a dynamic team with new technology and equipment. Benefit from a supportive work environment, staff recognition programs, and flexible scheduling options.