LVN

Job Overview

• Maintains regular attendance and may be required to work a set or rotating schedule, extended shifts, and / or overtime in accordance with agency leave policies. Performs additional duties as assigned.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments through oral, rectal, internal, or injection routes. Assists other healthcare professionals-including Registered Nurses (RNs), Physicians, Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs), and Physician Assistants (PAs)-in assessing and caring for patients. Makes rounds and provides nursing care in various hospital areas as needed. Demonstrates competency in performing complex technical nursing procedures in compliance with hospital, and state regulations. Trains and orients new LVN staff, introducing them to patient needs and preferences.
• Performs complex nursing procedures, such as wound care and respiratory treatments, in accordance with facility and state standards. Collects laboratory specimens and conducts designated screening tests per lab personnel instructions.
• Monitors patients' weight, diet, meals, and vital signs. Observes and assesses patients' conditions following medication administration, treatments, and procedures. Guides psychiatric nursing assistants in monitoring individuals post-treatment or procedure.
• Accurately and promptly documents treatments, observations, and assessments in the medical record (electronic or paper) in compliance with hospital procedures. Recognizes and reports symptoms of illness to the RN and / or Primary Care Provider.
• Promotes interdisciplinary collaboration and effective communication within the treatment team. Shares relevant information verbally and in writing with other healthcare team members to support informed decision-making.
• Serves as a mentor and resource for new LVNs. Assists the RN Supervisor in providing on-the-job instruction and training for new staff.
• Supports RNs in implementing protocols, procedures, and health and safety initiatives. Assists the Infection Control Nurse by applying infection prevention measures, contributing to quality assurance activities, and supporting therapeutic nursing programs. Collects data as requested by the RN or Primary Care Provider.
• Provides patient education in alignment with recovery plans, including explaining medication names, purposes, and expected outcomes when administering treatments or procedures.
• Ensures necessary supplies are available for scheduled procedures and treatments. Maintains unit inventory, restocks as needed, and orders supplies through appropriate channels.
• Responds promptly to emergencies to ensure patient safety. Adheres to all hospital safety and infection control policies.
• Performs additional duties as assigned. This may include participating in disaster response, recovery efforts, or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation, which may require alternate work schedules or locations.

Skills

Licensure

Other locations available across Texas.

Why Choose Action Staffing Solutions?

At Action Staffing Solutions , we're more than just a healthcare staffing agency - we're a mission-driven, woman-owned, minority-owned, and JCAHO-accredited company committed to making a difference.

About Action Staffing Solutions : Action Staffing Solutions is a family-owned staffing agency that has a goal to make a difference in someone's life every day!

We are proud to offer fair and equal employment opportunities for everyone. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and hire without regard to any non-merit factor.

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Work Location : In person

Job Types : Full-time, Contract

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