• Licensed Practical Nurse Medical Surgical

    Prime Healthcare (Dallas, TX)


    Overview

     

    We are seeking a Medical Surgical LPN , sometimes referred to as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Practical Nurse . The Licensed Practical Nurse ( LPN ) plays an important role our hospital by providing hands-on care to patients recovering from surgery, managing chronic or acute illnesses, or undergoing diagnostic procedures. Working alongside RNs, physicians, and other healthcare team members to provide patient care our hospital's medical-surgical (Med-Surge) unit , LPNs focus on assisting with patient care and ensuring comfort and safety.

     

    Employment Type : Full Time

     

    Shifts Available: Days

     

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

     

    Location : Dallas Medical Center – Farmers Branch, TX

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

    + Health, dental, and vision insurance options

    + Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

    + Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options

    + Employer 401K options

    + Tuition reimbursement options

    + Life, disability, and other insurance options

    + Many other amazing benefits

     

    Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

    Responsibilities

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

    + M easure and record blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation

    + H elp patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, and toileting

    + A ssist with turning, positioning, and ambulating patients to prevent bedsores and promote recovery

    + O bserve patients for side effects or adverse reactions to medications and report findings to an RN or physician

    + M onitor patients for changes in condition (e.g., pain levels, skin color, or behavior)

    + R ecognize early warning signs of complications and report them to an RN or physician

    + P repare patients for tests or procedures by ensuring they understand the process and are physically ready

    + T each patients and families about basic post-discharge care, such as wound care, medication schedules, and managing chronic conditions

    + W ork under the supervision of RNs and report directly to them regarding patient care issues

    Qualifications

    Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers . You must have:

     

    + Current and valid state license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse.

    + Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current

    + IV certification upon hire

     

    Employment Status

     

    Full Time

     

    Shift

     

    Variable

     

    Equal Employment Opportunity

     

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics . If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources . Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_screen\_reader\_10\_20.pdf

     

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    FacilityDallas Medical Center

     

    LocationUS-TX-Dallas

    ID2025-213369

    CategoryLVN/LPN

     

    Position TypeFull Time

     

    ShiftVariable

     

    Job TypeNon-Exempt