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Licensed Vocational Nurse

Part-time

Prime Healthcare

Harlingen, TXPart-timeNo compensation foundPosted 2w agoVerified open 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Harlingen, TX
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Current State Licensed Vocational Nurse LicenseCurrent BLS CertificateIV Certification

Job overview

Prime Healthcare is hiring a Licensed Vocational Nurse. Position: Licensed Vocational Nurse Department: Medical Surgical Shift’s Available: Days Employment Type: Part Time Hours: 12-hour shifts Location: Harlingen Medical Center - Harlingen, Texas

Key focus areas include 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, and Assist with turning, positioning, and ambulating patients to prevent bedsores and promote recovery.

Important skills include Measure Vital Signs, Assist With Activities Of Daily Living, Patient Positioning And Ambulation, Observe Patient Reactions, Monitor Patient Condition, and Recognize Early Warning Signs.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Measure Vital SignsAssist With Activities of Daily LivingPatient Positioning and AmbulationObserve Patient ReactionsMonitor Patient ConditionRecognize Early Warning SignsPrepare Patients for TestsTeach Patient Care and Discharge InstructionsWork Under RN Supervision

Qualifications

Current State Licensed Vocational Nurse LicenseCurrent BLS CertificateIV Certification

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Overview Position: Licensed Vocational Nurse

Department: Medical Surgical

Shift’s Available: Days

Employment Type: Part Time

Hours: 12-hour shifts

Location: Harlingen Medical Center - Harlingen, Texas

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

  1. Current and valid state license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse.2. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.3. IV certification upon hire.

 

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

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

Employment Status Part Time < 60 Shift Days Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:  https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

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