Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Med Surg

About the role

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 the designated introductory period. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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 including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long‑term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Graduate of an accredited school of vocational nursing.
• Minimum Experience: None
• Preferred Experience: LVN experience in an acute care setting.
• Required Certifications/Licensure: Current Texas State License for Licensed Vocational Nurse.
• Required Courses/Completions:
  • Active healthcare provider Basic Life Support on hire (ARC or AHA); must obtain 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 – proof of prior completion or obtain within 6 months of hire/transfer (renewal 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 of history caring for the community and making a positive difference. The system includes six full‑service hospitals, a specialized children’s 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, you’ll find the same goal: to help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith.