What are the responsibilities and job description for the LVN ER Days position at AdventHealth Central Texas?
Licensed Practical Nurse – Emergency Department
AdventHealth Central Texas
Location Address: 2201 S Clear Creek Rd., Killeen, TX 76549
Our team members are nationally recognized for delivering the highest level of care. We offer the latest advances in medicine and provide uncommon compassion as part of our faith-based approach to wellness. Our employees make a difference on a higher level by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. At AdventHealth Central Texas & AdventHealth Rollins Brook, you will receive a competitive salary while experiencing the freedom to deliver the best care for patients’ bodies, minds, and spirits in a way you feel passionate about. There is no better place to make a true impact in the lives of others.
Top Reasons to Work at AdventHealth Central Texas, Killeen, TX
- Located in the heart of Texas, AdventHealth Central Texas and AdventHealth Rollins Brook provide care for the citizens of Bell, Coryell and Lampasas counties.
· · Both AdventHealth Central Texas and AdventHealth Rollins Brook are committed to reinvesting in the community by offering the services, technologies and facilities to set the standard with the continually changing healthcare industry.
· · As a member of our team of more than 1,000 employees you will enjoy competitive salaries, exceptional benefits and opportunities for growth while working in an environment that is centered around our mission of Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ.
Work Hours/Shift:
Full Time Days
You Will Be Responsible For:
- Provides for delivery of patient care through assessment with identification and prioritization of presenting problems or needs, to facilitate optimum patient care
- Evaluates patients presented to the Emergency Room upon their arrival
- Performs, properly documents and reports all procedures and assessments in accordance with departmental and hospital policy
- Recognizes potential emergency/life threatening situations and implements preventive measures
Qualifications
What You Will Need:
Minimum of Diploma in practical nursing
Licensed to practice as a LVN in the state of Texas or Compact State
BLS (Basic Life Support) - upon hire
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - within the first six months of hire
Job Summary:
The ED Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides direct patient centered care in a critical care area as part of a multidisciplinary team to prioritize care through appropriate triage, assess the needs of the patient and provide treatment, and properly disposition the patient. The ED LVN provides patient-centered care to a population within the age range of newborn to geriatric.
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.
Category: Nursing
Organization: AdventHealth Central Texas
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: 1 - Day
Req ID: 25009660
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.
