Licensed Vocational Nurse Family Medicine

Your future role at a glance

Location: Waco, TX

Facility: Providence Lakeshore

Department/Specialty: Family Health Lakeshore

Schedule: Full time | Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Deliver compassionate patient care by performing assessments and clinical treatments under the guidance of RNs and physicians to ensure every patient feels seen and supported.

• Manage medication administration with precision, vigilantly monitoring patient responses to treatments to prioritize safety and recovery outcomes.

• Empower patients and families through personalized education on treatment plans and self-care, ensuring they feel confident and prepared for life after discharge.

• Execute diagnostic and therapeutic services including laboratory tests to provide the clinical team with the vital data needed for informed decision-making.

• Champion patient well-being by contributing to comprehensive care plans and maintaining high-quality documentation of the patient's journey.

What minimum qualifications you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Graduate of an accredited practical or vocational nursing program permit (GVN) obtained prior to start date or job transfer date is required-OR-Temporary or Current Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) license to practice in the state of Texas is required or must be obtained prior to hire or job transfer date-OR current home state license for multi-state license recognition through the Nurse Licensure Compact is required or must be obtained prior to hire or job transfer date.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
  • Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

What additional requirements you'll need

• Experienced Clinical Professional: Seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) with a proven background in clinical settings who can leverage their expertise to provide high-quality patient care immediately.

• Adaptable & High-Efficiency: Requires a proactive individual capable of integrating quickly into a fast-paced environment while maintaining precision and composure under pressure.

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community

 

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.