Licensed Vocational Nurse, Acute Trauma Medsurgical A - Full Time Night Shift
Company: Christus Health
Location: Beaumont
Posted on: November 18, 2024
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Job Description:
Description
Summary:
The Acute Trauma Medical Surgical unit is a 40-bed mixed unit on
the 5th floor. This unit cares for the medical monitored patients
as well as traumatic injuries transferred from the ICU and
Emergency Department. -It also specializes in post-operative care
of patients with acute and chronic gastrointestinal and urologic
procedures. The unit is known for being "The Center of Excellence"
for the care of bariatric surgery patients. For the 40-bed unit,
there is usually 3-4 PCTs scheduled each shift for nursing support.
There is a Mobility Technician from the Physical Therapy Department
that is assigned to the Acute Trauma Medical Surgical unit to
assist patients with becoming mobilized. The unit also has a
certified wound care nurse who makes rounds on every patient weekly
to ensure wound care is covered. -The Licensed Vocational Nurse
assists the Registered Nurse in the delivery of patient care. Under
the supervision of the Registered Nurse, the LVN is responsible for
administering direct patient care, treatments as ordered by the
physician and administering medications as outlined by hospital
policy and procedure. -
Requirements:
A. Education/Skills
Graduate of a State Board Vocational School of Nursing or
equivalent
B. Experience
Six (6) months acute hospital experience preferred.
C. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- Current LVN license with ability to practice in the State of
Texas.
- AHA BLS - within two (2) weeks of employment
Work Type:
Full Time
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Keywords: Christus Health, Houston , Licensed Vocational Nurse, Acute Trauma Medsurgical A - Full Time Night Shift, Healthcare , Beaumont, Texas
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