Licensed Vocational Nurse Pediatrics

Your future role at a glance

Location: Temple, Texas

Facility: King's Daughter Clinic Temple

Department/Specialty: Pediatrics

Schedule: PRN | Days 8 hour shift

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.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan

• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Deliver high-quality clinical care under the guidance of a registered nurse or physician, ensuring all treatments align perfectly with your scope of practice and safety standards.

• Contribute to patient health assessments by actively observing well-being and identifying critical changes to help the care team make informed, timely medical decisions.

• Administer medications safely and monitor patients closely for adverse reactions, prioritizing patient comfort and swift intervention when needed.

• Perform essential diagnostic tests and therapeutic services to provide the accurate data required for effective treatment planning.

• Empower patients and their families through dedicated education on holistic health, discharge self-care, and community resources to ensure a smooth, confident transition home.

What minimum requirements 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.

• Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing required.

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 preferences we're seeking

• 2 years of LVN experience

• Pediatric experience

Equal employment opportunity employer

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