LVN Med/Surg

Overview

Department: Medical Surgical
Employment Type: Per Diem
Shifts Available: Night(s)
Hours: 12-hour shifts – 7:00pm to 7:00am
Location: Dallas Medical Center – Farmers Branch, TX

Responsibilities

• M easure and record blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation
• H elp patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, and toileting
• A ssist with turning, positioning, and ambulating patients to prevent bedsores and promote recovery
• O bserve patients for side effects or adverse reactions to medications and report findings to an RN or physician
• M onitor patients for changes in condition (e.g., pain levels, skin color, or behavior)
• R ecognize early warning signs of complications and report them to an RN or physician
• P repare patients for tests or procedures by ensuring they understand the process and are physically ready
• T each patients and families about basic post-discharge care, such as wound care, medication schedules, and managing chronic conditions
• W ork 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
• CURRENT BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current
• IV certification upon hire

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.