LVN/LPN IV Certified -Med/Surg

Overview

We are seeking aMedical Surgical LPN,sometimes referred to as aLicensed Vocational Nurse(LVN)or Licensed Practical Nurse.TheLicensed Practical Nurse(LPN)plays an importantroleourhospital by providing hands-on care to patients recovering from surgery, managing chronic or acute illnesses, or undergoing diagnostic procedures.Workingalongside RNs, physicians, and other healthcare team members to provide patientcareourhospital's medical-surgical(Med-Surge)unit,LPNs focus onassistingwith patient care and ensuring comfort and safety.

Employment Type: Full-Time

Shifts Available:Nights

Hours:12-hour shifts – 7:00pm to 7:00am

Location: Pampa Regional Medical Center, Pampa TX

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options

• Paid vacation, sicktimeand holidays

• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options

• Employer 401K options

• Tuition reimbursement options

• Life, disability, and other insurance options

• Many other amazing benefits

Located in the center of the Texas Panhandle, Pampa Regional Medical Center is a 25-bed critical-access hospital serving our communities with a full range of surgical and medical services. Pampa Regional Medical Center is certified by the Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) and has been recognized by the Leapfrog Group and Healthgrades for patient safety and was named among the “100 Top Hospitals” by IBM Watson Health in 2018. Pampa Regional offers key services to the community including heart care, emergency services, urgent care, surgical services and more. For more information visit www.prmctx.com.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• 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

• Assistwith 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 themregardingpatient care issues

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

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.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

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