The LPN/LVN provides direct patient care and administers medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. They are responsible for assisting in assessments, implementing rehabilitation interventions, and developing individualized teaching plans for patients and families.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited LPN/LVN program with current state licensure and CPR/BLS certification. A minimum of six months of rehab experience and an IV certification are highly preferred.
The Hospitals of Providence Rehabilitation Hospital East, El Paso, Texas operates jointly with Lifepoint Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an LPN/LVN joining our team, you’re embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
How you’ll contribute
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, delivering treatments, assisting in assessments, and supporting interdisciplinary care planning in accordance with the patient’s needs. Demonstrates strong clinical skills and commitment to safe, patient-centered care. Ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team environment.
Essential Functions
Administer medications safely, accurately, and based on patient age and clinical condition.
Minimize potential for medication errors by following proper medication administration procedures.
Assist the RN with initial assessments and patient reassessments per policy.
Identify and implement appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventions.
Perform timely and accurate Quality Improvement (QI) assessments under RN supervision.
Deliver care based on patient response to treatment and update the interdisciplinary plan accordingly.
Assess and reassess pain; use appropriate pain management techniques and educate patients and families.
Perform all patient care tasks in a manner that promotes patient safety and reduces medical errors.
Develop and implement individualized teaching plans based on patient and family learning needs.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage — tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
Benefits
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Short-term Disability
Long-term Disability
Tuition Assistance
Discount Programs
Company Match
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Paid Family Leave
Loan Assistance
Virtual Care Appointments
Mental Health Services
401(k) Retirement Package
Mental Wellness Programs
Physical Wellness Programs
Financial Wellness Programs
Free Gym Memberships
Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What we’re looking for
This role requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse program.
Experience
Minimum six months of rehab experience and acute care setting preferred.
License
Current state licensure as a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse.
Certifications
CPR/BLS certification required; IV Certification highly preferred or must be obtained within 6 months.
About our Health System
The Hospitals of Providence Rehabilitation Hospital East is part of Lifepoint Health [https://lifepointhealth.net/locations], 36 inpatient rehabilitation hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the El Paso community. and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters.
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
EEOC Statement
The Hospitals of Providence Rehabilitation Hospital East is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Hospitals of Providence Rehabilitation Hospital East is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
