Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) PRN
Company: Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital
Location: Austin
Posted on: October 27, 2024
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Job Description:
Description
A career at Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital, a
state-of-the-art, 50-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital
owned and operated exclusively by Lifepoint Rehabilitation, is more
than a job. It's a chance to be a vital member of an
interdisciplinary team caring for people in Travis County who need
continued care to recover completely. You have specialized skills
and our patients in the Austin area need them! If you are an
enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to
superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to
serve our community, we invite you to apply!
Our Benefits:
Tuition assistance/reimbursement
Expansive benefit package
Professional development and advancement opportunities
Targeted approach to career development
Strong interdisciplinary teamwork opportunities
Superior quality patient outcomes
Supportive leadership and culture
CEU Support
What you will do in this role:
Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct
administration based on the age and clinical condition of the
patient
Reduces the potential for medication errors by following correct
medication procedures.
Performs patient care considering needs specific to the standard of
care for patient's age; includes geriatric and general inpatient
rehabilitation patients.
Under the supervision of the R.N., assists with the assessment on
all patients and reassessments as per policy. - Identifies and
initiates appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventions.
Under the supervision of the R.N., performs timely and accurate QI
assessments.
Carry out the plan of care as indicated by the patient's needs and
response to treatment; evaluates overall plan daily for
effectiveness; updates interdisciplinary care plan accordingly
based on changes in patient's condition and individual needs.
Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves
patient/family in the formation of the plan of care
Demonstrates ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. -
Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. - Educates the
patient and family regarding pain management.
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that
optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/
health care errors.
Formulates a teaching plan based upon the patient's individual and
- identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of
learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate.
Qualifications
Graduate of accredited licensed practical/ vocational nurse
program.
Current state licensure as Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse.
CPR/BCLS certification. ACLS preferred.
IV Certified required or obtained within 6 months highly
preferred
Minimum six months' Medical/Surgical experience in an acute care
setting preferred.
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal
skills.
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Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital strives to maximize the
health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through
comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs. Our
rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized
treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer
customized, intense rehabilitation tailored to the individual needs
of those recovering from stroke, brain injury, neurological
conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic
injury.
Keywords: Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital, Pflugerville , Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) PRN, Healthcare , Austin, Texas
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