Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Med Surg

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Med Surg

San Antonio, Texas Saint Luke''s Hospital

Category Licensed Vocational & Practical Nurses Job ID 2603026169

Facility Baptist Health System Status Part Time Shift Day

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Overview

Join our dedicated healthcare team where compassion meets innovation! As a Registered Nurse with us, you''ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients'' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and work-life balance. Ready to be a vital part of our mission? Apply today and bring your passion for nursing to a place where it truly matters!

At Saint Luke''s Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job - we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

This position may qualify for a sign on bonus

Under a Registered Nurse's supervision, provides nursing care for a group of patients, based on matching the patients' needs with the LVN's competencies. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care using the nursing process under the direction of the Registered Nurse; fulfills role within defined role expectation of Board of Nursing and BHS
• Reports pertinent patient information to Nurse(s) and documents according to established guidelines
• Implements plan of care by providing and evaluating individualized nursing care
• Provides for the physical comfort and safety of patients, visitors, and members of the health care team including infection control and handling of hazardous materials
• Documents all plans and care provided
• Prioritizes and sequences work activities and delivery of nursing care to patients that ensures the patient's comfort, safety and progress toward established goals
• Calculates accurately and administers safely medication within scope of practice
• Coordinates and collaborates with multidisciplinary team members in the planning and management of patient care
• Participates in discharge planning; provides instruction to patient/family
• Maintains and promotes professional standards and development by participating in inservices, committees, and staff meetings.
• Demonstrates commitment to Performance Improvement
• Serves as a role model for compassionate care and service excellence
• Recognizes and reports changes in patient condition
• Manages patient hand-offs at shift change and between department and facilities; utilizes documentation tools for hand-offs as required
• Facilitates patient movement within the department and through the facility, proactively supporting timely admissions, discharges and transfers
• Provides every patient the defined standard of care
• Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively
• Maintains safe environment
• Addresses patient population-specific needs
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of vocational nursing.

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: LVN in an acute care setting.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Possession of current Texas State License for Licensed Vocational Nurse

PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE:

REQUIRED COURSES/COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR):

• Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support on hire (ARC or AHA); however, must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.
• AHA PALS must be completed within 60 days of hire or transfer into role (EMERGENCY ROOM)
• S.T.A.B.L.E. - Level 2 Nursery-Must provide proof of prior completion or obtain within 6 months of hire or transfer date into unit (Renewal is not required).
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention must be completed within 60 days of hire or transfer into role (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH and EMERGENCY ROOM)

Organization Description

Baptist Health System has more than 120 years history of caring for our community and making a positive difference. Our system of care includes six full-service hospitals, a specialized childrens hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, fitness and rehabilitation centers, a physician network, imaging centers, ambulatory services and the Baptist School of Health Professions. Wherever you go in the Baptist Health System, youll find that we have the same goal to help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith. Join our team!

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